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Definition of “optima”

optima (ˈɒptɪmə) 

Definitions

plural noun

  1. of optimum

optimum (ˈɒptɪməm Pronunciation for optimum

Definitions

noun

(plural) -ma  (-mə)  -mums
  1. a condition, degree, amount or compromise that produces the best possible result

adjective

  1. most favourable or advantageous; best ⇒ optimum conditions

Word Origin

C19: from Latin: the best (thing), from optimus best; see optimism

Example Sentences Including 'optima'

No longer will managers and workers be forced to focus on tracking unidimensional local optima for want of a better measure.
Business Today (2000)

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