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maximal

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max·i·mal  (mks-ml)
adj.
1. Of, relating to, or consisting of a maximum.
2. Being the greatest or highest possible.
n. Mathematics
An element in an ordered set that is followed by no other.
maxi·mal·ly adv.
maximal [ˈmæksɪməl]
adj
1. of, relating to, or achieving a maximum; being the greatest or best possible
2. (Mathematics) Maths (of a member of an ordered set) being preceded, in order, by all other members of the set
maximally  adv
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Adj.1.maximal - the greatest or most complete or best possible; "maximal expansion"; "maximum pressure"
maximum
minimal, minimum - the least possible; "needed to enforce minimal standards"; "her grades were minimal"; "minimum wage"; "a minimal charge for the service"
Translations
maximal [ˈmæksɪməl] adj → maximal(e)
maximal
adj → maximal


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