Highest and Maximal

Highest

Highest adjective - Being at a point or level higher than all others.
Usage example: the highest flag on the pole

Maximal is a synonym for highest in topmost topic. In some cases you can use "Maximal" instead an adjective "Highest".

Maximal

Maximal adjective - The greatest or most complete or best possible.

Highest is a synonym for maximal. You can use "Highest" instead an adjective "Maximal".

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