maximize

verb

max·​i·​mize ˈmak-sə-ˌmīz 

maximized; maximizing

transitive verb

1

: to increase to a maximum

2

: to make the most of

3

: to find a maximum value of

4

: to increase the size of (a window) to fill an entire computer screen

maximization

ˌmak-sə-mə-ˈzā-shən 

noun

maximizer

ˈmak-sə-ˌmī-zər 

noun

Examples of maximize in a Sentence

I rearranged the furniture to maximize the space in my small apartment.

This program will teach you how to maximize your strengths while minimizing your weaknesses.

Recent Examples on the Web

The quarterly rebalanced mix of large-, mid-, and small-cap RV Portfolio stocks has provided a responsive approach to maximize returns during positive market conditions while minimizing losses when markets decline, as detailed in RV Portfolio performance metrics. —Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025

The best travel essentials maximize space and solve multiple packing problems. —Kayla Becker, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2025

Women will learn what bodily changes to expect after giving birth, how to prepare for childbirth and how to maximize recovery. —Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 May 2025

Azimut used carbon fiber in the superstructure and hardtop to minimize weight and maximize space. —Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 28 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for maximize

• advertise
• aggrandize
• agonize
• alibis
• alkalies
• alkalis
• amortize
• amplifies
• analyse
• analyze
• anywise
• authorize

Kids Definition

maximize

verb

max·​i·​mize ˈmak-sə-ˌmīz 

maximized; maximizing

1

: to increase to a maximum

maximize profits

2

: to make the most of

maximize your opportunities

3

: to increase the size of (a window) to fill an entire computer screen