maximum
/ˈmæksɪməm/
CEFR level B1Topic ScienceWord #3138 in the learning path
最大的；最多的；最高的
Definitions
adj. being the greatest amount or level possible or allowed
最大的；最多的；最高的
n. the greatest amount or level possible or allowed
最大值；上限
Example
This lift has a maximum capacity of eight people.
这部电梯最多可容纳八人。
Governments should set maximum limits on industrial emissions to protect public health and improve air quality.
政府应对工业排放设定上限，以保护公众健康并改善空气质量。
Collocations
- maximum capacity
- maximum speed
- a maximum of
- reach the maximum
Word family
- maximise (v.)
- maximisation (n.)
Antonyms
- minimum
Usage tip
a maximum of表示“最多”；反义词是minimum。
FAQ
- What does maximum mean?
- being the greatest amount or level possible or allowed the greatest amount or level possible or allowed
- How is maximum pronounced?
- UK /ˈmæksɪməm/, US /ˈmæksɪməm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
