26984 words

maximize

5 definitions • 6 examples
1
to make something as great in amount, size, or importance as possible:

Examples:

Some airlines have cancelled less popular routes in an effort to maximize profits.
2
to make something larger on a computer screen:

Examples:

Maximize the window by clicking in the corner.
3
to make something as great in amount, size, or importance as possible:

Examples:

Most people try to maximize their gains and minimize their losses.
4
to make something as big in amount, size, or importance as possible:

Examples:

maximize profits/returns/sales Banks must maximize profits for shareholders.
5
to make the size of a window (= a separate area on a computer screen) as big as possible:

Examples:

Always maximize the active window on the main computer screen.

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