maximum

noun

The greatest possible quantity or degree.

noun

The greatest quantity or degree reached or recorded; the upper limit of variation.

noun

The time or period during which the highest point or degree is attained.

noun

An upper limit permitted by law or other authority.

noun

The moment when a variable star is most brilliant.

noun

The magnitude of the star at such a moment.

noun

The greatest value assumed by a function over a given interval.