Maximo (en. Maximum)

[maksimo]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to the greatest extent, amount, or intensity.
The maximum speed allowed on this road is 80 km/h.
El máximo de velocidad permitido en esta carretera es 80 km/h.
Supreme or the highest in a hierarchy.
He is the maximum leader of the organization.
Es el jefe máximo de la organización.
The highest level in a range or scale.
The maximum score on this exam is 100.
El máximo de puntuación en este examen es 100.

Etymology

From the Latin 'maximum', superlative of 'maius' meaning 'larger'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

maximum effort
To make the greatest possible effort.
máximo esfuerzo
in its maximum expression
At the highest or most complete level.
en su máxima expresión
maximum limit
The highest quantity allowed or possible.
límite máximo

Related Words

maximum (feminine form)
Fundamental principle or rule.
máxima
to maximize
To increase to the maximum.
maximizar
especially
Particularly, especially.
máxime

Slang Meanings

In the context of extreme satisfaction.
The party was a total success, it was maximum!
La fiesta fue un éxito total, ¡estuvo máximo!
When something is considered the best.
That concert was maximum, I can't believe I was there.
Ese concierto fue máximo, no puedo creer que estuve allí.