maximize
US /ˈmæksəˌmaɪz/
Definition
make as big or large as possible
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
We want to maximize profits while keeping our prices fair for customers.
Word Family
Synonyms
- optimizemake optimal; get the most out of; use best
- boostthe act of giving hope or support to someone
- make the most ofhaving a meaning similar to maximize
Collocations
- Easy maximize windowto maximize window, meaning to make as big or large as possible
- Medium maximize team productivityto maximize team productivity, meaning to make as big or large as possible
- Hard maximize shareholder value long termto maximize shareholder value long term, meaning to make as big or large as possible
- Very Hard maximize operational synergies across subsidiariesto maximize operational synergies across subsidiaries, meaning to make as big or large as possible
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