optimum

adjective

Definition of optimumnext
as in optimal

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  1. optimal
  2. excellent
  3. superb
  4. prime
  5. outstanding
  6. special
  7. first-class
  8. matchless
Adjective
  • The optimal time for the next dose is the following mid-to-late September.
    Fran Kritz, NPR, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Views on Military Strength and Engagement Americans also weighed in on the optimal size of the U.S. military for countering global threats.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of optimal
Adjective
  • The excellent Shailene Woodley pulls off the toughest assignment as the prophetic (or mentally ill) daughter, but Zachary Qunto, Rebecca Henderson and Christopher Sears all forge empathetic beasts.
    Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 13 Dec. 2024
  • This example from Swiss Watch Expo is in excellent, near new condition with its full bracelet and original box.
    Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • Movies Review: Anticipating loss, sisters rub against old frictions in superb ‘His Three Daughters’ Sept. 6, 2024 These three different sisters are gathering for the same reason: Their father is going to pass.
    Azazel Jacobs, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
  • The violin solo with which the piece began danced nimbly between low and high notes, an example of superb playing with a complex rhythm that wound its way through tight tonal intervals.
    Billboard Japan, Billboard, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of superb
Adjective
  • The lights are typically the most active between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. NOAA advises viewing the lights as close to the poles as possible, avoiding light pollution, monitoring weather forecasts for prime viewing conditions and finding a position on a vantage point like a hilltop.
    Sara Dorn, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
  • Petry’s second goal is a prime example of this and Timmins took himself out of the play completely.
    Omar White, The Athletic, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of prime
Adjective
  • The Beverage Testing Institute’s Top Ten Whiskeys of 2024 showcased a selection of outstanding whiskeys.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
  • The whole attention that has been brought to the case is absolutely outstanding.
    Lynette Rice, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of outstanding
Adjective
  • Most recently, David and Victoria stepped out for a special occasion at Buckingham Palace for a state banquet honoring the Amir of Qatar.
    Chris Barilla, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Both The Substance and The Deliverance were nominated in the categories of best contemporary make-up, best contemporary hairstyling and best special make-up effects.
    Brande Victorian, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of special
Adjective
  • How to get in: Travelers with an eligible first-class ticket with a Oneworld airline can enter the Qantas First Class Lounge.
    Chris Dong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • JetBlue — The airline advanced 11% after revealing plans to add domestic first-class seats to planes that do not have the existing top-tier Mint class, beginning in 2026.
    Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of first-class
Adjective
  • After hours inside, ogle the matchless architecture of the nearby Palace Museum, stroll the beautiful trails and soak in some glorious views, Chinese ink paintings come to life.
    Baz Dreisinger, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Watching him in action was a privilege - his persona and skill were matchless pic.twitter.com/pcOV2GJGXK — Paul Rudnick (@PaulRudnickNY) July 18, 2024 RIP Bob Newhart.
    Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 19 July 2024
Definition of matchless
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