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optimize definition

op·ti·mize (äp′tə mīz′)

intransitive verb optimized -·mized′, optimizing -·miz′·ing

to be given to optimism

transitive verb

to make the most of; develop or realize to the utmost extent; obtain the most efficient or optimum use of

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optimize Usage Examples

Object

  • performance: The robust engine supports multiple scanning modes to optimize performance.

Modifying Another Word

  • properly: Care must be taken to properly optimize cathode temperature to obtain the required emission without overheating the crystal.

Infinitive complement

  • run: The digital video streaming and the algorithm structure have been optimized to run as less time-consuming as possible.

Modifying Another Word

  • automatically: Equation display is automatically optimized for the resolution of the user's screen.
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