What is the origin of the word 'maxxing'?

'Maxxing' has been named 2026 Word of the Year by Dictionary.com. Popularised on 4chan in the mid-2010s, the term evolved into a suffix for real-life optimisation, notably through 'looksmaxxing', which refers to maximising physical appearance. The slang, describing the practice of pursuing a personal quality or activity to its fullest, gradually spread to Reddit, TikTok and mainstream culture.