C1verbUK spelling: maximisebusinesswork
US/ˈmæk.sə.maɪz/
UK/ˈmæk.sɪ.maɪz/
to make something as large, good or effective as possible
In context
The company wants to maximize profits without raising prices.
Use natural light to maximize the space in a small room.
Students should maximize their study time by planning each week carefully.
Words that go with maximize
verb + noun
- maximize profitsFirms often maximize profits at the cost of workers.
- maximize efficiencyNew software helps maximize efficiency.
- maximize the benefitsExercise can maximize the benefits of a healthy diet.
- maximize your chancesPractice every day to maximize your chances of passing.
- maximize potentialA good teacher helps students maximize their potential.
- maximize the use ofWe must maximize the use of public transport.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
We should maximum the profit.Correct: We should maximize the profit.