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optimum

Pronunciation: /ˈɑptɪməm/

The English word “optimum” has 3 meanings listed here.

noun

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

adjective

  1. The best or most advantageous; surpassing all others.

Etymology

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

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