optimizing

verb

Form of optimize , present participle of optimize.

Simple meaning

To make more efficient, such as a computer program.

Pronunciation

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ahptuhmyzing

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈɑptəmaɪzɪŋ

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Definition

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verb

present participle of optimize
Make optimal; get the most out of; use best
present participle of optimize
To make (something) more efficient, such as a computer program.
present participle of optimize
To become optimal.

Word Aura™

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Aura for this meaning

This meaning: Make optimal; get the most out of; use best

Used this way, optimizing is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone: Neutral
Formality: Neutral
Intensity: Not strongly marked
How common: Moderately common
Connotation: No strong connotation
Usage feel: Neutral and straightforward

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Common Patterns and Combinations

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optimizing compileroptimizing behavioroptimizing performanceoptimizing modeloptimizing controloptimizing processoptimizing behaviouroptimizing system

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Word Family

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Inflected forms

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optimizeverbBase word
Make optimal.

Word family

Words built from the same root.

optimistnounPerson or profession
A person disposed to take a favorable view of things.
optimismnounDerived noun
The optimistic feeling that all is going to turn out well.
optimallyadverbDerived adverb
In an optimal and most desirable way.
optimiseverbDerived verb
Make optimal.

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