optimal

adjective/ˈɑptɪməl/

Frequency rank: #4,560 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)

Meaning

Best or most favorable under a given set of conditions.

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Example sentence

Scientists are searching for the optimal conditions to grow crops in arid regions.

Synonyms & related words

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