Meaning 1formal · 82%
The greatest possible value or amount in a given situation.
Natural examples
Die Temperatur erreichte ein Maximum von dreißig Grad.
The temperature reached a maximum of thirty degrees.
Für den Raum gilt ein Maximum von zwölf Gästen.
The room has a maximum capacity of twelve guests.
Sie gab beim Training ihr Maximum.
She gave her maximum effort during training.
Usage note
Neuter noun; plural Maxima or Maximums. Often used with von plus a number.
Mini-lesson: Maximum
The greatest possible value or amount in a given situation. Neuter noun; plural Maxima or Maximums. Often used with von plus a number.
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