Optimum

What do we mean by optimum?

The point at which the condition, degree, or amount of something is the most favorable. noun

The most favorable condition for growth and reproduction. noun

Most favorable or advantageous; best. adjective

In botany, one of the three cardinal points of temperature — namely that point at which the metabolic processes are carried on with the greatest activity. noun

The term is applicable not only to the factor of heat, but also to those of light, moisture, etc. The optimum for each several function must be distinguished from the total optimum for the plant, the most intense activity of a function often being injurious. According to Schimper, that condition which secures the highest intensity of a function is its absolute optimum; that which secures its most favorable activity is its harmonic optimum; and the harmonic optima together compose the œcological optimum for the plant. noun

Best; most desirable.

Best possible or most desirable; -- usually under a restriction expressed or implied. adjective

The most favorable condition, greatest degree, or largest amount possible under given circumstances. noun

The best or most favorable condition, or the greatest amount or degree possible under specific sets of comparable circumstances. noun

Best or most advantageous; surpassing all others adjective

Most favorable conditions or greatest degree or amount possible under given circumstances noun

Most desirable possible under a restriction expressed or implied adjective

The best or most favorable condition, or the greatest amount or degree possible under specific sets of comparable circumstances.

Words that are spelled similarly to optimum:
optimum, optimus, opticum.

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