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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
  • While security measures at hospitals have increased following the shooting, experts warn that these efforts may be temporary unless significant changes are made.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The average fees per card - which includes transaction fees, subscription fees, as well as commissions - increased 13% year over year in Q3.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of increased
Adjective
  • The new study had 17 volunteers complete an incremental cycling test to exhaustion, lasting roughly ten minutes, with and without a series of five maximal breath-holds with face submerged in water at 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
    Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Blurry is maximal minimalism: nearly 500 pages of characters discovering themselves and their (blurry) connections to each other and the world.
    Rob Salkowitz, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of maximal
Verb
  • Kinship and hierarchy were replaced or augmented by coöperative relationships that individuals entered into voluntarily—covenants, promises, and the economically essential contracts.
    Nikhil Krishnan, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The ample cabinet space in the kitchen is augmented by a large pantry.
    James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of augmented
Verb
  • Interactive events and networking opportunities also enhanced the experience.
    Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Their power has been further enhanced by traditional loyalty from students and their families, as well as the value of social networks and intergenerational connections enjoyed by alumni after graduation.
    Bryan Penprase, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of enhanced
Adjective
  • Hickman currently represents District 4, a conservative-leaning area that spans most of the northwest Valley, including Wickenburg, Surprise and Litchfield Park.
    Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 17 Dec. 2024
  • While most incidents have come in New Jersey, other states, including Maryland, Virginia, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York, have also reported unusual drone activity to law enforcement.
    Maya Homan, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of most
Adjective
  • These may sound like obvious points to any semi-experienced chef, but they were relayed to me with the utmost seriousness—and the final result did not disappoint.
    Thessaly La Force, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Han promised his utmost efforts to ensure stability after Yoon's impeachment.
    Joyce Lee, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of utmost
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