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optimum

adjective

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noun

  1. best possible state
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈɑptɪməm/ / /ˈɒptɪməm/

adj

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

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

    optimum conditions for climbing

noun

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

  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.