Maximize
8 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To make as large or great as possible; increase to the greatest possible amount or degree. To make the best use of something.
“The company aims to maximize profits whilst maintaining ethical business practices.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈmæksəmaɪz/
Syllables
max·im·ize
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Four vowels A-I-I-E; -IZE ending common in verbs
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Scrabble
Worth 27 points; the X (8 pts) and Z (10 pts) make this extremely valuable
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