optimal

CEFRC1

/ˈɒptɪməl/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Best or most effective in a particular situation.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    The best of its kind

Examples

  • Finding an optimal solution will take some time.

  • The optimal formula which would encompass all these factors has not been proposed.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1
Citations
1
Synonyms
3

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meaning
  1. The best, most favourable or desirable, especially under some restriction.

More examples

In context
  • The question of how to establish the optimal formula is still open.

  • 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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Origin

adjective

From Latin optimus + English -al.