optimal

adjective

Definition of optimalnext
as in optimum

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Recent Examples of optimal Staying hydrated, after all, is necessary for optimal brain function and energy. — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 8 Aug. 2026 By then, growth will be optimal, and the helipad work should be complete, making the lawn restoration easier. — ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026 One such location, Stellafane Observatory in Springfield, Vermont, is recognized worldwide as a site with optimal conditions for observing the night sky. — Michael J. Caduto, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2026 Offering optimal freedom of movement and endless styling, the Lomon Wide-leg Capri Pants instantly elevate any outfit while keeping you cool and comfortable on scorching travel days when any other bottoms start to cling. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for optimal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimal
  1. optimum
  2. maximum
  3. excellent
  4. superb
  5. prime
  6. outstanding
  7. special
  8. first-class
Adjective
  • Different varieties of turfgrasses will have different optimum heights of cut.
    — Amanda Tust, Architectural Digest, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Inventory is near optimum, affordability is good, and yet prices are appreciating well.
    — Scott Cohn, CNBC, 13 July 2026
Definition of optimum
Adjective
  • Federal policy calls for additional nuclear capacity, including efforts to begin construction of 10 new large reactors by 2030 and increase the maximum operating power of existing reactors.
    — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2026
  • He's made just 15 Cup Series starts and somehow turned those limited opportunities into maximum impact, winning twice.
    — Greg Engle, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of maximum
Adjective
  • Albies is an excellent contact hitter, putting the bat on the ball, and driving the ball to the gaps.
    — Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Located in the heart of the Marais, a restaurant at the Centre Pompidou would have to be pretty special to compete against all the excellent neighboring options.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • For a vibrant alfresco experience, COYA City's courtyard provides lighter Peruvian dishes, ceviches, and superb cocktails, perfect for summer lunches.
    — Lela London, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
  • The robot did a superb job of cleaning the floors, walls, and surface of my 16-by-32-foot in-ground pool.
    — John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of superb
Adjective
  • This marks mainland Europe's first total eclipse since 1999, with the path of totality sweeping from Russia, across the Arctic, Greenland, and Iceland, before culminating in Spain, a prime viewing destination.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The prime way to see the movie is through 70mm IMAX — delivering an ultrasharp, massive physical film image with a taller aspect ratio that reveals up to 40% more picture than cropped digital or standard digital screens.
    — Kaitlyn Harvey, AJC.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of prime
Adjective
  • That vulnerable performance earned Ahmed an Emmy nomination for outstanding lead actor in a limited or anthology series or movie.
    — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Losing access to the credit card doesn't eliminate the outstanding balance, though.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of outstanding
Adjective
  • That aching ballad about wanting more, aside from being one of the big showstoppers, holds a special place for Greene.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The latter can be superbly made, and can add something special to the process, but does require a little more practice to get comfortable with.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of special
Adjective
  • But the most damning evidence that something is going on here is that Ariana gives up her first-class ticket home to sit next to Charlie in economy.
    — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026
  • This case is small enough for spontaneous games by the lake, in an airport lounge, or after a long lunch that stretches into sunset cocktails—even the simplest games deserve first-class treatment.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of first-class

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