optimal

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/ˈɒptɪməl/

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Definition of optimal

2 senses · 2 parts of speech · etymology included

adj

(not-comparable)The best, most favourable or desirable, especially under some restriction.

“Finding the optimal balance between features and price is a common problem.”
“Herewith, a brief primer in speaking basic North Carolinaese, meant to be read aloud for optimal effect.”

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adj

(not-comparable)The best, most favourable or desirable, especially under some restriction.

“Finding the optimal balance between features and price is a common problem.”
“Herewith, a brief primer in speaking basic North Carolinaese, meant to be read aloud for optimal effect.”

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From Latin optimus + -al.

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