Optimal

7 lettersadjectivemoderate

Updated February 2026

Definition

Best or most favourable; most conducive to achieving a particular goal or result. Representing the most effective or ideal conditions or state.

“The software adjusts settings automatically to maintain optimal performance.”

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Contains -AL ending; three vowels O-I-A

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11 points; good balance of common and uncommon letters

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