Definitions for optimumˈɒp tə məm
Random House Webster's College Dictionary
op•ti•mumˈɒp tə məm(n.)(pl.)-ma; -mums
(n.)the most favorable point, degree, or amount of something for obtaining a given result.
the most favorable conditions for the growth of an organism.
the best result obtainable under specific conditions.
(adj.)most favorable or desirable; best.
Category: Common Vocabulary
Origin of optimum:
1875–80; < L
Princeton's WordNet
optimum(adj)
most favorable conditions or greatest degree or amount possible under given circumstances
optimum, optimal(adj)
most desirable possible under a restriction expressed or implied
"an optimum return on capital"; "optimal concentration of a drug"
Kernerman English Learner's Dictionary
optimum(adjective)ˈɒp tə məm
the best possible
the optimum site for the construction of a new airport; the optimum number of students in a class
Wiktionary
optimum(Noun)
The best or most favorable condition, or the greatest amount or degree possible under specific sets of comparable circumstances.
optimum(Adjective)
best or most advantageous; surpassing all others
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