Maximise Or Maximize – British vs. American English

08.07.24 British English vs. American English Time to read: 4min

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Maintaining consistency in academic writing is crucial to ensure that the work is coherent and simple to comprehend. However, many students struggle to differentiate between British English vs. American English, which can confuse them while spelling certain words, like “maximize” or “maximize.” If you’re interested in enhancing your knowledge of these two variations of English, please continue reading.

“Maximise” or “maximize”

“Maximise/maximize” is a verb that means to make as large or as great as possible; to increase or enhance to the utmost degree. In British English, the spelling “maximise” is typically used, while in American English, “maximize” is preferred.

British English

maximise

American English

maximize

Both spellings are acceptable, but the decision depends on the version of English being used. It’s advisable to opt for the spelling that matches the chosen English variant to maintain consistency.

Examples of using “maximise” and “maximize”

The following examples will illustrate the difference in the spelling of the verb “maximise/maximize” in British and American English.

  • British English: Maximise
  • American English: Maximize
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  • To achieve success, it’s essential to maximise your productivity.
  • The company aims to maximise its profits.
  • Regular exercise helps maximise your physical health.
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  • To achieve success, it’s essential to maximize your productivity.
  • The company aims to maximize its profits.
  • Regular exercise helps maximize your physical health.

“Maximise” or “maximize” in the “-ed” form

When “maximise” or “maximize” is used in the past tense or as a past participle, it takes the “-ed” form. In the following, we’ll provide you with examples in each English variant.

  • British English: Maximised
  • American English: Maximized
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  • The company has maximised its efficiency.
  • She carefully maximised the space in her apartment.
  • Our efforts have successfully maximised the benefits.
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  • The company has maximized its efficiency.
  • She carefully maximized the space in her apartment.
  • Our efforts have successfully maximized the benefits.

“Maximise” or “maximize” in the “-ing” form

When “maximise/maximize” is used in the present participle form, it ends in “-ing.” This form indicates ongoing or continuous action. We’ll give you three example sentences each for British and American English below.

  • British English: Maximising
  • American English: Maximizing
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  • The team is currently maximising its resources to meet the deadline.
  • By consistently maximising her efforts, she has achieved success.
  • Maximising efficiency is crucial for reducing operational costs.
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  • The team is currently maximizing its resources to meet the project.
  • By consistently maximizing her efforts, she has achieved success.
  • Maximizing efficiency is crucial for reducing operational costs.

“Maximisation” or “maximization”

This section discusses the variations in spelling of the word “maximization/maximization.” It examines how the choice of spelling depends on the English variant being used and emphasizes the importance of consistency in writing. Additionally, we provide examples to illustrate the differences between the two spellings and their usage in context.

  • British English: Maximisation
  • American English: Maximization
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  • The company’s goal is profit maximisation.
  • Effective resource allocation is crucial for cost maximisation.
  • The study aims to explore strategies for productivity maximisation.
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  • The company’s goal is profit maximization.
  • Effective resource allocation is crucial for cost maximization.
  • The study aims to explore strategies for productivity maximization.

FAQs

The British spell it as “maximising” with an “s.”

“Maximise” is spelled with an “s” in British English, while “maximize” is spelled with a “z” in American English.

“Maximise/maximize” means to make something as great or large as possible.

“Maximization/maximization” refers to the action or process of making something as great or large as possible.

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