Max (en. Max)

/mækɕ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The upper limit of a capacity or quantity.
The maximum speed allowed on this road is 90 km/h.
Le max de vitesse autorisé sur cette route est de 90 km/h.
The best result or the largest quantity that can be achieved.
That's the max he was able to achieve in this exam.
C'est le max qu'il a pu obtenir dans cet examen.

Etymology

Abbreviation of the word 'maximum' in Latin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to go all out
To give one’s all in an activity.
aller au max
max of max
The best version or the most extreme possible.
max de max

Related Words

minimum
The smallest quantity or limit.
minimum
ceiling
Upper limit of a capacity or space.
plafond

Slang Meanings

To express that something is very good or impressive.
This party was maxed out!
Cette fête était au max !
Used to indicate that a situation is pushed to its extreme.
He pushed the project to the max to meet the deadlines.
Il a poussé le projet au max pour respecter les délais.