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    Maximum (en. Maximum)

    /mak.si.mɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The greatest quantity or measure attainable.
    The maximum weight allowed for this shipment is 30 kg.
    Le maximum de poids autorisé dans ce transport est de 30 kg.
    A value that cannot be exceeded.
    We have reached the maximum of our budget.
    Nous avons atteint le maximum de notre budget.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'maximum', the superlative of 'magnus' meaning 'great'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    maximum security
    Highest level of protection.
    maximum de sécurité
    at its maximum
    At the highest level.
    à son maximum

    Related Words

    maximal
    Related to the maximum.
    maximal
    maximize
    Increase to the maximum.
    maximise

    Slang Meanings

    A maximum of energy
    He put a maximum of energy into this project.
    Il a mis un maximum d'énergie dans ce projet.
    A max of fun
    We had a max of fun at the party.
    On a passé un max de fun à la fête.