optimum

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   most desirable possible under a restriction expressed or implied

   An optimum return on capital.

2. 2
   adj

   The best or most advantageous; surpassing all others.

   Optimum conditions for climbing.

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

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