maximum
Meaning
The term "maximum" refers to the greatest amount, value, or degree that is possible or allowed in a particular context.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "maximum" with "optimal," as the latter refers to the best condition rather than the highest.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Anna
sat
at
the
small
kitchen
table
with
her
notes
and
a
cup
of
tea
,
planning
how
to
finish
the
course
before
exams
.
She
decided
to
read
a
maximum
of
fifty
pages
each
day
so
that
she
would
not
feel
tired
and
could
remember
more
.
If
she
studied
at
the
same
time
every
afternoon
,
a
routine
would
be
created
and
the
work
would
seem
less
stressful
.
Sometimes
she
took
short
walks
between
chapters
because
fresh
air
helped
her
concentrate
better
.
By
the
end
of
the
week
her
notes
were
organised
and
she
felt
confident
about
the
upcoming
test
.
Common Phrases
maximum capacity
maximum limit
maximum efficiency
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