maximize

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Maximize' refers to making the most out of something. It's not just about quantity, but also about the quality or efficiency of the result. Think of adjusting the screen brightness on your phone to maximize battery life.

Examples in Different Contexts

In finance, 'maximize' may pertain to optimizing profits or minimizing costs. A CFO might remark, 'Our strategy is to maximize returns for our shareholders over the next fiscal year.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

The application's load speed needs improvement. Consider optimizing between speed and quality.

Response:

Maybe we could utilize cache or CDN to maximize application loading speed.

Creative

Scenario:

The overall design is quite appealing, but certain elements aren't popping out as much as we'd need them to. Any ideas?

Response:

How about elevating these elements with high contrast colors? This should maximize their prominence in the overall design.