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adjective

Definition of maximizednext
as in maximum

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maximized

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verb

past tense of maximize
as in increased
to make as great as possible in amount or degree The magazine contained tips to maximize the effect of a workout.

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximized
  1. increased
  2. maximal
  3. augmented
  4. enhanced
  5. most
  6. utmost
Verb
  • Under Phillip’s leadership, Forbes’ Live events revenue increased 40% over the past two years and Forbes’ sales team delivered outstanding results, including more than 20 seven-figure advertising partnerships this year.
    Forbes Press Releases, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Many people have a significant imbalance of omega-6 to omega-3 in their bodies — a November 2015 study found levels of linoleic acid have increased by 136% in the fat tissue of Americans over the past half century.
    Sandee LaMotte, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of increased
Adjective
  • Bloomberg Economics projects the maximal version of the plan, with the across-the-board tariff at 20%, would lower U.S. GDP by 0.8% and add 4.3% to inflation by 2028 if China alone retaliates.
    Tribune News Service, Orlando Sentinel, 4 Nov. 2024
  • After bringing maximal multilateral pressure on Iran in his first term, Obama left office having laid the groundwork for improved relations.
    Daniel Benjamin, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2019
Definition of maximal
Verb
  • Now, they’re being augmented by software innovations, AI, robotics and advanced technologies that are dramatically evolving North America’s industrial base.
    Chris Turlica, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • But, for Yankees fans of a certain age, consider making these part of a memorabilia array, augmented by baseball cards or other related collectibles.
    Dan Greene, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of augmented
Verb
  • These bourbons each showcase unique flavors enhanced by Sherry or Port cask finishes and have earned top honors for their quality.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • With its original cast iron Corinthian columns and enhanced denim presentations, a new Madewell flagship opens Wednesday in the heart of Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood.
    David Moin, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of enhanced
Adjective
  • Dating complete strangers probably doesn’t help—yet that’s how most people do courtship these days.
    Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Maserati's head of design, Frank Stephenson, penned up most of the MC12's bodywork and Giorgetto Giugiaro—the man behind the 1978 BMW M1, the 1972 Lotus Esprit S1 and many other stunning machines—was brought in to add finishing touches.
    Matthew MacConnell, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of most
Adjective
  • Leave it to Victoria Beckham to do so with the utmost elegance and aplomb.
    Nuria Luis, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024
  • The safety and security of all our patrons are of the utmost importance to us.
    Jamie Barton, CNN, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of utmost
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