CEFR B1

maximum

noun

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: highest, peak, utmost, zenith

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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."

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