optimization

American  

[op-tuh-muh-zey-shuhn] / ˌɒp tə məˈzeɪ ʃən /

1. the fact of optimizing; making the best of anything.

2. the condition of being optimized.

3. Mathematics. a mathematical technique for finding a maximum or minimum value of a function of several variables subject to a set of constraints, as linear programming or systems analysis.

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Etymology

Origin of optimization

First recorded in 1855–60; optimize + -ation

Example Sentences

Publicis also plans to emphasize data optimization, where the Publicis Sports Intelligence platform can plan and measure investments across the business.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Through methods like search engine optimization and other nifty page-ranking subterfuge, this nonverified content climbs to the top of search results and people’s consciousness.

From Slate • Mar. 28, 2026

While the method still needs further optimization, Ting said, "We may be able to determine whether someone has increased brain activity simply by assessing muscle activity after pulling a rug out from under you."

From Science Daily • Mar. 25, 2026

Gas optimization moves within Sembcorp and potential higher-than-expected spreads between the market price of electricity and the cost of natural gas could offer gains for the company’s overall earnings, they add.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

But once self-control and self-evaluation, as feedback mechanisms under our own control become the means of optimization, the burden is shifted from Big Brother, bureaucracies, and regulations to the individual.

From The Civilization of Illiteracy by Nadin, Mihai

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