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

Consumers are moving from optimizing to sacrificing Comparing year over year data from previous index surveys, shoppers are showing wariness, said Thomas in the press release. —Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 20 Apr. 2025

Prioritizing customer acquisition first, then optimizing efficiency, ensures sustainable growth. —Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025

The importance of daylight The infrared light found in daylight can modulate inflammation, stimulate collagen production, prevent neurodegeneration, and even optimize mitochondria, which produce energy inside our cells. —Ana Morales, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025

Adelman’s focus was two-fold but fairly conventional: find ways to reliably get Jokic the ball on the block or at the elbow, and optimize the spacing around his post-ups. —Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 18 Apr. 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