optimal
ˈɑːptɪməl
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Definition of optimal - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
general usebest or most effective under specific conditions
  • This is the optimal solution for our problem.
ideal perfect
2.
artificial intelligenceTECH.describing an algorithm that returns the best resultTECH.
  • The algorithm is optimal for this type of data.
best ideal
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Expressions with optimal

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almost the best possible or most effective
The algorithm finds a near-optimal solution quickly.
option that is best according to given needs limits or goals
Given the budget, buying a used car was the optimal choice.
indicating an efficient distribution where improvements are impossible without losses
The solution was Pareto optimal, ensuring maximum efficiency in resource use.

Origin of optimal

Latin, optimus (best)

Terms with optimal included in their meaning

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photography
camera adjusting settings automatically for optimal photos
optimal time
time when fishing is most successful
optimal outcome
most favorable outcome to a situation
peak condition
optimal stage for eating or using
driving steadily
drive at a continuous speed optimal for fuel efficiency
idealadj.
optimal
best possible for a specific purpose
optimal state
in the most favorable condition
food packaging
date indicating optimal food quality period

Examples of optimal in a sentence

  • The optimal temperature ensures the best results.
  • This solution is optimal for our current needs.
  • Finding an optimal path is crucial in AI development.

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  1. French:optimal, ...
  2. German:optimal, ...
  3. Italian:ottimale, ...
  4. Spanish:óptimo, perfecto, ...
  5. Portuguese:ótimo, ...
  6. Chinese:最佳的, ...
  7. Japanese:最適な, 最良の, ...
  8. Arabic:أَمْثَل, مثالي, ...
  9. Hebrew:מֵיטָבִי, ...
  10. Russian:оптимальный, эффективный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:оптимальний, ...
  12. Hindi:इष्टतम, ...
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