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optimal

[ op-tuh-muhl ]

optimal

/ ˈɒɪə /

adjective

  1. another word for optimum
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Derived Forms

  • ˈDZپ, adverb
  • ˌDZپˈٲ, noun
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Other Word Forms

  • DZ·پ·· adverb
  • ··DZ·پ· adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of optimal1

First recorded in 1885–90; optim(um) + -al 1
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“A hyper-optimized species that can only survive in one environment will get wiped out if that environment changes,” he notes, and “lasting species are defined not by optimal solutions, but by ‘good enough’ ones.

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While great in theory, the issue is that optimal design is difficult to predict, especially given Earth’s changing atmospheric composition.

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There’s plenty of room for Rams headquarters at Hollywood Park, but that’s not optimal for multiple reasons.

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While the 36-year-old admitted it was not something she thought about while playing, Rafferty said the idea that the pitches male players currently play on may not be optimal for women was an "interesting concept".

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I'm wondering what you think the optimal message would be?

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