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Synonyms of optimal

3 similar words · 2 opposite words

Another word for optimal is optimum. Other synonyms of optimal are ideal and best. The opposite of optimal is worst.

Synonyms and similar words for optimal

adjectiveThe best, most favourable or desirable, especially under some restriction.

  • best
  • idealOptimal; being the best possibility.
  • optimumThe best or most advantageous; surpassing all others.

Opposite of optimal

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Meaning of optimal

  1. adjective The best, most favourable or desirable, especially under some restriction.
  2. noun The best of its kind.

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Questions about synonyms of optimal

What is another word for optimal?
Optimal has 3 synonyms on Word.ws, such as optimum, ideal and best.
What is the opposite of optimal?
The opposite of optimal is worst.
What does optimal mean?
Optimal means the best, most favourable or desirable, especially under some restriction.

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