noun
- a strategy in decision theory that maximizes the minimum possible outcome
Usage: game theory; economics
adjective
- relating to or using a maximin strategy
Usage: game theory; economics
Examples
- The investor chose a maximin approach to minimize potential losses.
- In game theory, the maximin strategy ensures the best worst-case scenario.
- The maximin criterion helped the company make conservative decisions.
- She applied maximin reasoning when choosing her retirement portfolio.
- The maximin solution guaranteed at least some positive return.
- Economic planners often use maximin strategies during uncertain times.