adjectiveformalless common
As great, large, or high as possible.
The athlete reached maximal speed during the final lap.
Common phrases & grammar
maximal effort · maximal speed
American English
/ˈmæk.sɪ.ml̩/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
As great, large, or high as possible.
Practice out loudAs great, large, or high as possible.
The athlete reached maximal speed during the final lap.
maximal effort · maximal speed