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optimum

/ˈɑptɪməm/ US
/ˈɒptɪməm/ UK

Where it comes from

From New Latin, neuter of Latin optimus (“best, very good”), from the root in ops (“work”) or omnis (“all”).

noun optima · optimums

The best or most favorable condition, or the greatest amount or degree possible under specific sets of comparable circumstances.
Any long period of time marked by a persistently warm climate; a climatic optimum.

Similar: pessimum

adjective

not comparable The best or most advantageous; surpassing all others. optimum conditions for climbing
Similar: best, ideal, optimal

Thesaurus

Closest in meaning: optimal, best, ideal, better, maximal, maximize, maximum, perfect, suitable, appropriate, top-quality, excellent, fine, superb, optimizing, rational

noun

Similar: pessimum

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noun the best or most favorable condition

Español	óptimum
Français	optimum
Deutsch	Optimum
Italiano	ottimo

adj best or most advantageous

Español	óptimo
Português	ótimo
Français	optimal

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@misc{optimum_2026,
  title = {optimum},
  howpublished = {Wiktionary, via Micwyn},
  year = {2026},
  url = {https://micwyn.com/word/optimum},
  urldate = {2026-11-06}
}