maximise

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max⋅i⋅mize

[mak-suh-mahyz]

–verb (used with object), -mized, -miz⋅ing.

1.	to increase to the greatest possible amount or degree: to look for ways of maximizing profit.

2.	to represent at the highest possible estimate; magnify: He maximized his importance in the program, minimizing the contributions of the other participants.

3.	to make the greatest or fullest use of: Maximize your time by planning ahead.

Also, especially British, max⋅i⋅mise.

Origin:
1795–1805; maxim(um) + -ize

Related forms:

max⋅i⋅mi⋅za⋅tion, max⋅i⋅ma⋅tion, noun

max⋅i⋅miz⋅er, noun

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Based on the Random House Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2009.
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maximise
verb
1.	make the most of; "He maximized his role" [syn: maximize]
2.	make as big or large as possible; "Maximize your profits!" [syn: maximize] [ant: minimise]

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