Meaning of optimal in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɑptəməl/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    optimal

    Definitions

    1. most desirable possible under a restriction expressed or implied

    Examples

    • « an optimum return on capital »
    • « optimal concentration of a drug »

    Synonyms

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  • « In my opinion, no single design is apt to be optimal for everyone. »
    Donald Norman
  • « Well I believe in the desirability of an optimal society. »
    Tom Stoppard

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