optimal

BrE /ˈɒptɪməl/ AmE /ˈɑːptɪməl/

adjective en → es

1 BEST POSSIBLE [attributive] [predicative] B2

the best or most effective possible; ideal

óptimo, óptima, ideal

  • an optimal solution
  • be in an optimal state

Collocations optimal conditions · optimal performance

  • The company is working to achieve optimal efficiency.

    La empresa está trabajando para alcanzar una eficiencia óptima.

2 MOST SUITABLE [attributive] [predicative] C1

the most suitable or appropriate for a particular situation or purpose

más adecuado, más apropiado

  • an optimal choice
  • be the optimal option

Collocations optimal use of resources · optimal allocation of funds

  • This is the most optimal strategy for our current situation.

    Esta es la estrategia más óptima para nuestra situación actual.