maximum (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈmæksɪməm/

Definition

The greatest or highest number, value, or degree attainable or attained.

Examples

• The maximum capacity of the theater is 500 people.

• We need to achieve the maximum possible score on the test.

• The maximum temperature recorded yesterday was 35 degrees Celsius.

How to Use maximum

maximum of (prepositional phrase)

The highest limit of a quantity. — "You can bring a maximum of two bags on the flight."

maximum possible (collocation)

The highest degree or amount that can be achieved. — "We need to get the maximum possible score to pass."

Synonyms of maximum

Words with a similar meaning to maximum:

• highest
• peak
• utmost
• zenith

Antonyms of maximum

Words with the opposite meaning to maximum:

• minimum
• lowest

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