optimal
/ˈɒptɪməl/ · /ˈɑːptɪməl/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #5871 in the learning path
最佳的；最适宜的
Definitions
adj. Best or most effective for a particular purpose.
最佳的；最适宜的
Example
This sunny windowsill provides optimal conditions for my herbs.
这个阳光充足的窗台为我的香草提供了最适宜的生长条件。
Urban planners must balance housing density and green space to achieve optimal living conditions for residents.
城市规划者必须平衡住房密度与绿地面积，为居民创造最佳居住条件。
Collocations
- optimal conditions
- optimal performance
- optimal solution
Word family
- optimally (adv.)
- optimise (v.)
- optimisation (n.)
- optimum (adj.)
Synonyms
- ideal
- best
Antonyms
- suboptimal
Usage tip
已含“最佳”之意，通常不再用 most 修饰。
FAQ
- What does optimal mean?
- Best or most effective for a particular purpose.
- How is optimal pronounced?
- UK /ˈɒptɪməl/, US /ˈɑːptɪməl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
