Maximization and Reduction

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Maximization noun - The act of raising to the highest possible point or condition or position.

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Reduction is an antonym for maximization in addition topic.

Nearby Words: maximum, maximize, maximise, maximized, maximal

Reduction noun - Something that is or may be subtracted.

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Maximization is an antonym for reduction.

Nearby Words: reduce, reducing, reductive, reductionist

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