maximal

• Qui est aussi grand ou aussi important que possible ; relatif au maximum, le plus élevé en degré ou en quantité, ou qui constitue une limite supérieure.

Describes something that is as large or great as possible; of or relating to a maximum.

1. Greatest or most completeB2formal

   Being the largest possible or the most that can be achieved; the best or highest degree attainable.

   maximal (au sens de plus grand possible)

   • The team achieved maximal output with minimal resources.
   • For maximal effect, apply the cream twice daily.
   • This setting gives you the maximal level of security.

   Synonymesmaximumparamountsupremeultimateunsurpassedutmost

   Antonymesleastminimalminimum

2. Mathematical maximumC1formalscientific

   Relating to the greatest element in a set or the highest value in a domain, often used in order theory or optimization.

   maximal (sens mathématique)

   • We need to find the maximal element of this partially ordered set.
   • The algorithm searches for a maximal matching in the graph.
   • In calculus, a maximal point is where the derivative changes sign.

   Synonymesmaximumsupreme

   Antonymesminimal

3. Utmost or ultimateB1informal

   Denoting the highest degree of strength, intensity, or importance in a given situation.

   Maximal (sens ultime)

   • They gave maximal effort in the final minutes of the game.
   • Her maximal concern was the safety of the children.
   • We must use maximal caution when handling these chemicals.

   Synonymesextrememaximumparamountpeaksupremeultimateutmost

   Antonymesleastminimal