Simple meaning
What does Maximum mean?
Maximum means the highest amount.
Dictionary definition
the greatest amount or highest level possible.
Example sentences
Maximum in a sentence
easy
The chart helped us understand maximum in a clear way.
medium
In class discussion, we used maximum to compare the results.
hard
The reading passage used maximum to explain changes in amount and degree.
Synonyms
Words like Maximum
amountClose in meaning in many contexts.
levelClose in meaning in many contexts.
Antonyms
Opposite words
lackHelpful contrast for meaning.
absenceHelpful contrast for meaning.
Word family
Maximum word family
Base word
maximum
noun
maximum
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does maximum mean?
MAXIMUM means maximum means the highest amount.
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