C1
maximize vs optimize
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| maximizeverb/ˈmæk.sə.maɪz/ | Meaning to make something as large, good or effective as possible | Goes with maximize profits | Example The company wants to maximize profits without raising prices. |
| optimizeverb/ˈɑːp.tə.maɪz/ | Meaning to make something as good or as effective as it can be | Goes with optimize performance | Example The company hired experts to optimize its website for mobile phones. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
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