optimize

verb

op·​ti·​mize ˈäp-tə-ˌmīz 

optimized; optimizing

transitive verb

: to make as perfect, effective, or functional as possible

optimize energy use

optimize your computer for speed and memory

—Charles Brannon

optimizer

ˈäp-tə-ˌmī-zər 

noun

Examples of optimize in a Sentence

The new system will optimize the efficiency with which water is used.

Recent Examples on the Web

This will help with optimizing workflows and improving safety in hazardous environments. —Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025

Each island can be dedicated and optimized for one task only—ship navigation or flight operations, according to the War Zone, a defense news and analysis website. —Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025

Healthy habits during early menopause For biologist and nutritionist María Pastor, taking an integrative approach is also key for optimizing the wellbeing of anyone dealing with menopause—early or otherwise. —Mónica Heras, Vogue, 12 May 2025

Doom: The Dark Ages generally seems well optimized. —Matthew Buzzi, PC Magazine, 12 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

earlier, "to make the best or most of," from optim(um) or optim(ism) + -ize

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing optimize

• sub-optimize

Rhymes for optimize

• advertise
• aggrandize
• agonize
• alibis
• alkalies
• alkalis
• amortize
• amplifies
• analyse
• analyze
• anywise
• authorize