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max

 

[ mæks ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

greatest amount

The term 'max' is an informal way of referring to the maximum or greatest possible amount of something. It is often used in contexts such as measurements, limits, or capacities.

Synonyms

maximum, peak, utmost

Examples of usage

  • She has reached her max weight limit.
  • The max speed allowed on this road is 60 mph.
  • You need to set the max budget for the project.
Context #2 | Noun

upper limit

In mathematics and statistics, 'max' is often used to denote the maximum value in a set of numbers or functions. It is a crucial concept in optimization problems and data analysis.

Synonyms

cap, ceiling, maximum

Examples of usage

  • The max of these numbers is 100.
  • To find the max of the dataset, you need to apply the max function.
  • The max score in the game is set at 500 points.

Translations

Translations of the word "max" in other languages:

🇵🇹 máximo

🇮🇳 अधिकतम

🇩🇪 maximal

🇮🇩 maksimum

🇺🇦 максимум

🇵🇱 maksimum

🇯🇵 最大

🇫🇷 maximum

🇪🇸 máximo

🇹🇷 maksimum

🇰🇷 최대

🇸🇦 الحد الأقصى

🇨🇿 maximum

🇸🇰 maximálne

🇨🇳 最大

🇸🇮 maksimum

🇮🇸 max

🇰🇿 максимум

🇬🇪 მაქსიმუმი

🇦🇿 maksimum

🇲🇽 máximo

Etymology

The word 'max' is derived from the Latin term 'maximum', which means 'the greatest' or 'largest'. The use of 'max' as an abbreviation began in the mid-20th century in various contexts, including mathematical and scientific fields, where brevity is often necessary. Over time, 'max' has been adopted into common vernacular, especially in informal speech and written communication. Its use has expanded to various domains, including technology and everyday conversations, indicating limits or extents in different situations.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,186 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.