Ingles

maximize

gb/mˈæksəmˌaɪz/ us/mˈæksəmˌaɪz/
B1 Ingles
~ 9500
Mga kahulugan
0 kahulugan
Pandiwa B2 action
1

Increase something as much as possible

To make something as big, strong, or good as you can.

Padron ng paggamit: to maximize [something]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners sometimes use *maximize* when they only mean *increase*. *Maximize* suggests reaching the highest or best possible level, not just making something a little bigger. Another mistake is saying *make it maximize* instead of *maximize it*.
Mga kasingkahulugan
optimize (Focuses on making something work in the best possible way, not only making it bigger.) | boost (Informal and often about giving a helpful increase, not necessarily to the highest possible level.) | increase (More general; does not always imply reaching the highest possible level.)
Mga kasalungat
minimize (Means to reduce something to the lowest possible level, the direct opposite of maximizing.) | reduce (General word for making something smaller in amount, often the opposite intention of maximize.)
Mga kolokasyon
maximize profits |maximize efficiency |maximize productivity |maximize value |maximize potential |maximize opportunities
Mga tema
business |planning |technology |core_vocabulary
Mga Halimbawa
  • The company is trying to maximize profits by cutting unnecessary costs.
  • To maximize efficiency, we redesigned the entire production line.
  • You should maximize the value of your investment by leaving it in the market for several years.
  • The coach developed a new strategy to maximize the team's performance.
  • We need to maximize the impact of our limited marketing budget.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
  • I want to maximize my chances of getting the job.
  • We changed the plan to maximize our results.
  • She exercises every day to maximize her health.
  • They used software to maximize energy savings in the building.
  • The teacher gave tips to help students maximize their learning.
Pandiwa technical B1 action
2

Enlarge a window on a screen

To make a computer window big so it fills almost the whole screen.

Padron ng paggamit: to maximize [a window]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners sometimes confuse *maximize* and *zoom in*. *Maximize* is about making the window itself fill the screen, while *zoom in* is about making the content inside the window bigger.
Mga kasingkahulugan
enlarge (General word for making something bigger; not limited to computer screens.) | expand (Often used for making a window or section larger, but not always to full screen.)
Mga kasalungat
minimize (In computing, means to reduce a window to an icon or to the taskbar, the opposite of maximizing it.) | restore down (Technical GUI term for returning a maximized window to its previous smaller size.)
Mga kolokasyon
maximize a window |maximize the screen |click maximize |maximize the browser |maximize the document window
Mga tema
technology |computing |work
Mga Halimbawa
  • Click this icon to maximize the window.
  • If you maximize the video, it will be easier to see the details.
  • He accidentally maximized the browser and couldn't see the desktop anymore.
  • You can double-click the title bar to maximize or restore the window.
  • The app opens in a small box, but you can maximize it for a better view.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
  • Please maximize the screen so everyone can see.
  • I maximized the window to read the text more easily.
  • She clicked the top-right button to maximize the video.
  • You can maximize the document to focus on your work.
  • He always maximizes his browser on the big monitor.
Pandiwa technical C1 action
3

Make a function’s value largest

In math, to choose numbers so that a formula becomes as large as it can be.

Padron ng paggamit: to maximize [a function / an objective]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners may confuse the general sense of *maximize* with the strict math meaning. In math, *maximize a function* means to find the input that gives the largest output, not just to *increase* it a little.
Mga kasingkahulugan
optimize (Broad technical term; can mean finding the best value, not only the largest numerical value.)
Mga kasalungat
minimize (In mathematics, means to make a function or quantity as small as possible, the standard opposite of maximizing it.)
Mga kolokasyon
maximize the function |maximize the objective |maximize utility |maximize likelihood |maximize expected return
Mga tema
math |science |technology |education
Mga Halimbawa
  • The goal of this linear program is to maximize the objective function subject to several constraints.
  • In this problem, we need to maximize the area of the rectangle for a fixed perimeter.
  • Economists often assume that consumers maximize utility given their budget.
  • We use gradient ascent to maximize the likelihood function of the model parameters.
  • The algorithm iteratively adjusts the values of x and y to maximize f(x, y).
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
  • In this exercise, we must maximize the function f(x).
  • The company wants to maximize profit in the model.
  • Students learn how to maximize area with a fixed length of rope.
  • The program changes the numbers to maximize the result.
  • We try to maximize the score by choosing the best values.
Gramatika
Anyo sa diksyunaryo
maximize
IPA
GB/mˈæksəmˌaɪz/
US/mˈæksəmˌaɪz/
Mga pantig at diin
max - im - ize (3 pantig)
Stress on 1st syllable (max)
Mga anyo ng salita
Verb
  • Base: maximize
  • 3rd Person Singular: maximizes
  • Present Participle: maximizing
  • Past: maximized
Mga kaugnay na salita
Forms
maximizes verb maximizing verb maximized verb
Core family
maximum noun A2
Related words
max noun A2
Negative and opposite forms
minimize verb B2 minimum noun B1
Advanced or less common
maximization noun maximal adjective maximally adverb
Mga ekspresyon

maximize efficiency

1
/mˈæksəmˌaɪz ɪfˈɪʃənsi/
fixed phrase

Make a process work best

To organize work or a system so it gives the most result with the least waste of time, money, or energy.

Mga Halimbawa
  • We rearranged the factory floor to maximize efficiency.
  • Using automation can help maximize efficiency in routine tasks.
  • The new schedule was created to maximize efficiency in the office.

maximize profits

1
/mˈæksəmˌaɪz pɹˈɑfɪts/
fixed phrase

Make business profits highest possible

To run a business in a way that makes as much money as possible.

Mga Halimbawa
  • Their main goal is to maximize profits for shareholders.
  • The company raised prices to maximize profits before the holiday season.
  • Some firms focus too much on maximizing profits and ignore social responsibility.

maximize your chances

1
/mˈæksəmˌaɪz jˈʊɹ t͡ʃˈænsɪz/
fixed phrase

Make success as likely as possible

To do things that make it more likely that you will succeed.

Mga Halimbawa
  • To maximize your chances of getting the job, tailor your résumé to the position.
  • Apply early to maximize your chances of being accepted.
  • He took extra practice tests to maximize his chances on the exam.

maximize your potential

1
/mˈæksəmˌaɪz jˈʊɹ pətˈɛnʃəl/
fixed phrase

Develop your abilities fully

To use and grow your skills and talents as much as you can.

Mga Halimbawa
  • Our training program is designed to help you maximize your potential at work.
  • The coach encouraged each player to maximize their potential on and off the field.
  • Good teachers try to help students maximize their potential.

maximize your time

1
/mˈæksəmˌaɪz jˈʊɹ tˈaɪm/
fixed phrase

Use your time very effectively

To use the time you have in the best way so you can do more or get better results.

Mga Halimbawa
  • Plan your day carefully to maximize your time.
  • He listens to language podcasts while commuting to maximize his time.
  • To maximize your time, finish the most important tasks first.

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