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maximum

Pronunciation: [/ˈmæksɪməm/]

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maximum: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use maximum in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “quantity”

(noun) the greatest amount or number possible. It's the most you can have of something.

Example

The maximum number of players allowed on the team is fifteen.

Example

You have exceeded the maximum weight limit for this elevator.

Example

What is the maximum number of guests we can invite to the party?

Context: “limit”

(adjective) being the greatest or highest possible. It's when you can't have any more or go any higher.

Example

The oven temperature needs to be set to the maximum for this recipe.

Example

The speed limit sign says fifty, so driving at sixty is over the maximum.

Example

Is there a maximum amount of time we can spend at the playground?

How to pronounce maximum

Pronunciation: [/ˈmæksɪməm/]

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