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maximization-oriented

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/ˌmæksɪmaɪˈzeɪʃən ˈɔːriˌɛntɪd/

(maximize)

increase to the fullest

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounAdjective
maximizemaximizesmaximizedmaximizedmaximizingmaximizationsmaximizationmaximized
Etymology
Etymology Information

'maximization' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'maximus,' where 'maximus' meant 'greatest.'

Historical Evolution

'maximization' changed from the Latin word 'maximatio' and eventually became the modern English word 'maximization.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to make as great as possible,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

focused on achieving the highest possible level or amount of something.

The company adopted a maximization-oriented strategy to increase profits.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42