optimize

verb

op·​ti·​mize ˈäp-tə-ˌmīz 

optimized; optimizing

transitive verb

: to make as perfect, effective, or functional as possible

optimize energy use

optimize your computer for speed and memory

—Charles Brannon

optimizer

ˈäp-tə-ˌmī-zər 

noun

Examples of optimize in a Sentence

The new system will optimize the efficiency with which water is used.

Recent Examples on the Web

Smith also mentioned 90 cost-savings initiatives underway such as optimizing distribution costs, renegotiating supplier contracts, and savings from recent corporate layoffs. —Paulina Likos, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026

This timing aligns with natural daily blood pressure rhythms, optimizing the vasodilating effects for those with hypertension. —Md Published, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2026

Bellini says the hull is optimized for stability at high speeds, with power coming from a pair of either diesel or gas Volvo Pentas rated at 350 and 300 hp, respectively. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026

Personalized treatments could help the field move beyond symptom suppression and toward functional remission, optimizing the probability of therapeutic success and eventually evolving into improved prevention. —Eric J. Nestler, STAT, 28 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

earlier, "to make the best or most of," from optim(um) or optim(ism) + -ize

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing optimize

• sub-optimize

Rhymes for optimize

• advertise
• aggrandize
• agonize
• alibis
• alkalies
• alkalis
• amortize
• amplifies
• analyse
• analyze
• anywise
• authorize