optimally

adverb

as in perfectly
in the most desirable, satisfactory, or advantageous manner or circumstances Optimally, we'll leave by seven and arrive by ten o'clock. The seating was optimally arranged so that all guests had a clear view of the wedding party.

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Recent Examples of optimally When your braking system is working optimally, much of the shock absorption happens in the larger posterior chain muscles of the back of your body — specifically your lower back, glutes, hamstrings and calves. — Dana Santas, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026 This will ensure that the United States can absorb, fuse, and evaluate AI and biological data streams from across the country and, optimally, around the world. — Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026 Our brains need 'brakes'—periods of recovery and reflection—to perform optimally, much like a car needs more than just an accelerator. — Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026 Then, Anlasbay advised, place the mixture in the fridge for at least two hours and optimally overnight. — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2026 Dangote is Nigeria’s biggest tax payer and if his refinery becomes the largest in the world and functions optimally, the government gets more money for public goods. — Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 26 June 2026 Using insights from number theory, including Jacobi’s two-square theorem, Erdős was able to show that an optimally sized circle will enable the number of unit-distance pairs to grow faster than the number of points, but only barely. — ArsTechnica, 1 June 2026 Even though this was a BP specialty clinic, I was not instructed to optimally position myself for an accurate reading — that is, with my back supported and my feet flat on the floor. — Risa Jampel, STAT, 22 May 2026 Through the price system, the needs and wants of people all over the world can be met more optimally by entrepreneurs and individuals who possess the specific knowledge required to fulfill them. — The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimally
  1. perfectly
  2. specially
  3. ideally
  4. properly
  5. finely
Adverb
  • The table then stows away, and the bench cushions rearrange to create a side-facing love seat positioned perfectly for viewing the drop-down projection screen just above the entryway.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
  • On the plus side, Ritchson and Wilson display a winning chemistry, their contrasting physicality and acting styles working perfectly for their characters.
    — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of perfectly
Adverb
  • Across the country, churches and city halls opened specially on Saturday so people could light candles, write down their thoughts about the deceased king in condolence books.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Across the country, churches and city halls opened specially on Saturday so people could light candles and write down their thoughts about the deceased king in condolence books.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of specially
Adverb
  • Its key element is water—or, ideally says the brand, mouthwash (and the one sold to you by them).
    — Jenny Bailly, Allure, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Keep it cool, ideally between 60 and 67 degrees Fahrenheit, to trigger shut-eye.
    — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of ideally
Adverb
  • Mattia Sala, the product manager for SMEG USA, agrees that silverware handles should always point downward, but adds that silverware should be properly spaced out within a dishwasher’s silverware caddy.
    — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Having a healthy lawn means managing soil conditions for the roots, mowing properly, and strengthening the density of the grass by overseeding.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of properly
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  • Step 5 Cook ½ small white onion, finely chopped, and remaining 2 Tbsp.
    — Nick Wong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026
  • In Athens, the finely-ground sediment called katakathi settles to the bottom, each pour heavy and dark, demanding patience and time.
    — Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of finely

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