Maximally: meaning, definitions and examples
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maximally
[ mækˈsɪməli ]
degree of extent
Maximally refers to the greatest or highest degree of something. It indicates that something is at its maximum limit or capacity.
Synonyms
completely, entirely, fully, totally.
Examples of usage
- The system can maximally accommodate 500 users.
- We should maximally utilize our resources.
- The performance was maximally improved after the upgrade.
Etymology
The word 'maximally' is derived from the Latin word 'maximus', which means 'greatest' or 'largest'. The term's evolution traces back to the adoption of the Latin term into Middle English and subsequently into modern English. 'Maximally' combines the root 'maxim' with the adverbial suffix '-ally', which is commonly used in English to form adverbs from adjectives. As academic and scientific language developed, 'maximally' became more prevalent in contexts where precision and clarity regarding the highest extent or limit of an attribute were required. This adaptation reflects the influence of both Latin and scholarly traditions in English vocabulary.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #21,912, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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- 21913 repayable
- 21914 disquieting
- 21915 infertile
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