Wordiyooptim
LatinVariants
optimoptimus
Related Roots
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About This Root
From Latin optimus (best), superlative of bonus (good). The entire family revolves around 'best': optimal (the best possible), optimism (belief in the best outcome), optimize (make the best of), optimum (the best point). A root that went from philosophy (Leibniz's 'best of all worlds') to everyday tech jargon.
Associated Words
optimal
The best or most favorable under given conditions
TOEFLB1
optimism
A tendency to expect positive outcomes
IELTSGREB2
optimist
A person who expects favorable outcomes
TOEFLGREB2
optimistic
Expecting the best possible outcome; hopeful
TOEFLB2
optimization
The process of making something as efficient as possible
GREB2
optimize
To make something as efficient or effective as possible
C2
optimum
The most favorable condition; best under given circumstances
IELTSTOEFLGRE