maximize
Increase something to the greatest possible amount or degree
Examples
In a meeting
“Let's maximize our return on this investment by targeting the right audience.”
Over coffee
“I want to maximize my vacation days by taking them around holidays.”
Why this word
increase
maximize means to make as large as possible, while increase simply means to make greater without implying maximum
optimize
maximize emphasizes achieving the greatest amount, while optimize means to make most effective, which may not be the maximum
enhance
maximize means to achieve the maximum possible, while enhance means to improve quality without necessarily reaching limits
Usage tip
Use when focusing on getting the most benefit or output from something
Etymology
Latin: maximus (greatest)
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expand
To make something larger, more extensive, or more detailed
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To increase rapidly in number; multiply
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Reach a stable level after growth, with no further increase
scalable
Able to be increased in size or scope to handle growth.
cultivate
To develop or nurture something over time through effort and attention.