Maximum

English Meaning

The greatest quantity or value attainable in a given case; or, the greatest value attained by a quantity which first increases and then begins to decrease; the highest point or degree; -- opposed to minimum.

1. The greatest possible quantity or degree.
2. The greatest quantity or degree reached or recorded; the upper limit of variation.
3. The time or period during which the highest point or degree is attained.
4. An upper limit permitted by law or other authority.
5. Astronomy The moment when a variable star is most brilliant.
6. Astronomy The magnitude of the star at such a moment.
7. Mathematics The greatest value assumed by a function over a given interval.
8. Mathematics The largest number in a set.
9. Having or being the greatest quantity or the highest degree that has been or can be attained: maximum temperature.
10. Of, relating to, or making up a maximum: a maximum number in a series.