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

Beasley, who has been a full-time content creator for three years after more than a decade posting online, works with small businesses to help optimize their social media presence. — ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026

The most recent refresh included a shift towards using renewable energy and optimizing energy efficiency. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2026

These can create visual representations of physical systems to monitor and optimize the performance. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 14 Aug. 2026

The initiative is intended to identify and treat testosterone deficiencies and optimize physical performance among service members. — Teresa Maalouf, Verywell Health, 14 Aug. 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