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adjective
- 1. best or most favourable; optimum: "seeking the optimal solution"
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best; most likely to bring success or advantage: Several treatment sessions are required in order to obtain optimal results. Conditions in the chamber are optimal for diffusion, reaching very high temperatures. Synonym. optimum. Fewer examples. Active cooling of the cells ensures optimal operating conditions.
The meaning of OPTIMAL is most desirable or satisfactory : optimum. How to use optimal in a sentence.
Optimal definition: optimum (def. 3). . See examples of OPTIMAL used in a sentence.
adjective. /ˈɒptɪməl/ /ˈɑːptɪməl/ (also optimum) the best possible; producing the best possible results. The optimal economic position for households is represented by point B on the chart. The optimal temperature for the development of larvae is in the range 18–26˚C. compare suboptimal. Word Origin. Want to learn more?
/ˈɒptɪməl/ IPA guide. Something that's optimal is the best or most favorable for a given situation. Flowers? Check. Chocolates? Check. Dinner reservation? Check. Sounds like you have the optimal conditions for a successful anniversary date.
1. the most favorable point, degree, or amount of something for obtaining a given result. 2. the most favorable conditions for the growth of an organism. 3. the best result obtainable under specific conditions. adj. 4. most favorable or desirable; best. [1875–80; < Latin]
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