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

This engine is optimized for in-space operations and uses liquid hydrogen and oxygen propellants. — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 6 Nov. 2026

Check whether individual and departmental incentives support the company’s broader objectives or encourage people to optimize at one another’s expense. — Dr. Nore Salman, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026

Additionally, given the robust growth projected for e-commerce, brands must optimize their digital storefronts and promotional strategies to capture strong online demand. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026

These systems are optimized for combat-ready maritime patrol in detecting, locating and tracking surface and undersea targets. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 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
• alibis
• alkalies
• alkalis
• amortize
• amplifies
• analyse
• analyze
• anywise
• authorize
• butterflies