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max·i·mum
 maximum
- pronunciation:
- maek
sih
m
 m
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
maxima, maximums |
| definition: |
the largest possible amount or degree. (Cf. minimum.)
This elevator can hold a maximum of ten people.Her temperature reached its maximum on the second day of her illness.- synonyms:
- utmost
- antonyms:
- minimum
- similar words:
- cap, full, most, uttermost
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| related words: |
acme, capacity, height, lid, peak, pinnacle, ultimate, zenith |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
being or having the largest amount or degree possible. (Cf. minimum.)
He puts in his maximum effort on any project.Twenty is the maximum number of students that can enroll in the class.- synonyms:
- largest, maximal, utmost
- antonyms:
- minimal, minimum
- similar words:
- greatest, main, most, peak, supreme, ultimate, uttermost
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| related words: |
consummate, top |
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