optimum

Noun

1. The best or most favorable condition, or the greatest amount or degree possible under specific sets of comparable circumstances.
2. Any long period of time marked by a persistently warm climate; a climatic optimum.

Adj

The best or most advantageous; surpassing all others.

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈɑptɪməm/

Etymology

From New Latin, neuter of Latin optimus (“best, very good”), from the root in ops (“work”) or omnis (“all”).

Synonyms

optimal

best

optimum condition

opt

most suitable

optima

optimization

optimalizing

good level

climatic optimum

OPT

best value

optimal value

most favorable value

optimum value

best of all

better

excellent