optimal
adjective
op·ti·mal
ˈäp-tə-məl 
: most desirable or satisfactory : optimum
the optimal use of class time
the optimal dosage of medication for a patient
conditions for optimal development
Examples of optimal in a Sentence
He keeps his engine tuned for optimal performance.
Under optimal conditions, these plants grow quite tall.
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My test conditions were far from optimal for sleep: early afternoon, a fairly bright conference room, a beanbag chair as bed, and a vent blowing.
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IEEE Spectrum, 4 June 2024
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But unlike traditional extenders, these nodes intelligently balance their connections for optimal speed and stability, constantly adjusting their performance based on position and demand.
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IEEE Spectrum, 4 June 2024
Camel Crown Women’s Waterproof Hiking Sandals Buy on Amazon $39 $30
Complete with optimal arch support, adjustable straps, and anti-skid outsoles, these sandals will carry you up mountains, over rivers, and through the woods in total comfort.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2024
Merrell Encore Breeze 4 Clog, $54 (Save Up to 49%)
With a leather and mesh upper, these Merrell clogs offer optimal airflow, so your feet stay cool and dry even in summer.
—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 2 June 2024
But unlike traditional extenders, these nodes intelligently balance their connections for optimal speed and stability, constantly adjusting their performance based on position and demand.
—K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 31 May 2024
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“Optimal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/optimal. Accessed 8 Jun. 2024.
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optimal
adjective
op·ti·mal
ˈäp-tə-məl
: most desirable or satisfactory : optimum
optimal concentrations of a drug
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