Minimax
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈmɪn.ɪˌmæks/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Minimax is a noun meaning (decision theory, game theory) A decision rule used for minimizing the maximum possible loss, or maximizing the minimum gain.
Meaning
(decision theory, game theory) A decision rule used for minimizing the maximum possible loss, or maximizing the minimum gain.
More Meanings
- (video games) To invest heavily into one skill or ability, to the end of maximizing some beneficial effect.
- To find the optimum play, or decision, to achieve minimizing the maximum loss.
Word Forms
- minimaxes
- minmax
- minimaxing
- minimaxed
- min-max
Related Words
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