maximum — the greatest or highest amount or quantity possible or attained
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the greatest or highest amount or quantity possible or attained
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmæksɪməm/
Example Sentences
- My phone battery lasted a maximum of 2 hours during the exam.
- The elevator has a maximum weight limit of 800kg.
- I put maximum effort into avoiding homework.
maximum
NOUN[/ˈmæksɪməm/]
the greatest or highest amount or quantity possible or attained
Pushing to the maximum limit
From stadium to auditorium, reaching maximum!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'maximus', meaning 'greatest' or 'largest'. This superlative adjective was commonly used as a title of honor for distinguished Roman generals and leaders, reflecting its association with supreme greatness.
Breakdown
maximus (greatest, largest) + -um (neuter nominative singular suffix), forming the noun meaning 'the greatest' or 'the highest degree'.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My phone battery lasted a maximum of 2 hours during the exam.”
“The elevator has a maximum weight limit of 800kg.”
“I put maximum effort into avoiding homework.”
“The maximum number of students per class is 30.”
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