Optimize

/ˈɑːptəˌmaɪz/ (US), /ˈɒptɪˌmaɪz/ (UK) verb

To optimize something is to adjust it so it works in the best or most efficient way possible for a certain goal.

From Latin “optimus” meaning “best,” formed in English with “-ize” to mean “make the best.” It became common in science, engineering, and computing before spreading into everyday business language.

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