op·ti·mize ( p t -m z )tr.v. op·ti·mized, op·ti·miz·ing, op·ti·miz·es 1. To make as perfect or effective as possible. 2. Computer Science To increase the computing speed and efficiency of (a program), as by rewriting instructions. 3. To make the most of. |
optimize or -mise Verb
[-mizing, -mized] or -mising, -mised to make the most of
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| Verb | 1. | optimize - make optimal; get the most out of; use best; "optimize your resources"perfect, hone - make perfect or complete; "perfect your French in Paris!" |
| 2. | optimize - modify to achieve maximum efficiency in storage capacity or time or cost; "optimize a computer program"modify - make less severe or harsh or extreme; "please modify this letter to make it more polite"; "he modified his views on same-gender marriage" |
| 3. | optimize - act as an optimist and take a sunny view of the worldbehave, act, do - behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself; "You should act like an adult"; "Don't behave like a fool"; "What makes her do this way?"; "The dog acts ferocious, but he is really afraid of people" |