MAXIMAL Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

maximal

adjective

Definition of maximal

as in maximum

being the highest possible The group wanted their performance to have the maximal amount of impact.

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Recent Examples of maximal Clarke pursued authenticity ingeniously, using tiny, hidden radio microphones that transmitted to tape recorder from afar, in order to capture dialogue with maximal spontaneity. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2026 Evans also cautioned against confusing maximal lifespan for a healthy lifespan. — Lauren Chan, STAT, 20 Aug. 2026 Make sure to practice a full range of motion with these and emphasize the eccentric (the way down) part of the movement for maximal time under tension and muscle-building stimulus. — Jakob Roze, HEALTH, 19 Aug. 2026 Issues arise when maximal core engagement becomes your default. — Dana Santas, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for maximal

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The aircraft has an endurance of more than 30 hours, depending on its configuration and mission profile, and can achieve a maximum speed of approximately 210 knots.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2026
The maximum demand predicated for California is about 30 million or 35 million, Thompson said.

— Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2026

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Korean hair care places utmost emphasis on scalp care, and the Scalp Revitalizing Solution Thickening Shampoo & Conditioner are prime examples.

— Sarah Han, Allure, 24 Sep. 2026
Like arachnids that crash postgame press conferences, math is spooky and mystifying and should be approached with the utmost caution.

— Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 18 Sep. 2026

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