American English
/ˈmæk.sɪ.mm̩z/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Related entry: maximum
As large, high, or great as something can be.
Practice out loudAs large, high, or great as something can be.
The maximum speed is 65 miles per hour.
This elevator has a maximum capacity of eight people.
maximum speed · maximum capacity · maximum effort · maximum temperature
maximum + noun
the maximum + noun
The largest amount, number, or level that is possible or allowed.
The maximum is 10 guests per room.
You can bring a maximum of two bags.
the maximum allowed · the absolute maximum · a maximum of ten · reach the maximum
a maximum of + number + plural noun
reach + the maximum
completely full; containing as many people or things as possible
The bus was operating at maximum capacity.
the highest level of protection or control
The prisoner was moved to a maximum-security facility.
In math and science, maxima is also used as a plural. In everyday English, maximums is usual.