optimally

American  

[op-tuh-muh-lee] / ˈɒp tə mə li /

adverb

1. in the way or to the degree that is most favorable or desirable; in the best way.

   A regular eye test will reveal signs of eye strain and disease, and ensure that the visual system is functioning optimally.

2. ideally; preferably.

   Optimally no editing should be necessary, but checking the files is recommended regardless.

   This video game is optimally played with friends rather than solo or with random partners.

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Etymology

Origin of optimally

optimal ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

Geothermal is a perfect match for data centers because geothermal projects need to run 24/7 to operate optimally, according to Roland Horne, the director of Stanford University’s geothermal program.

From The Wall Street Journal

“It’s minimally invasive, biologically natural and designed to help the scalp function optimally.”

From Los Angeles Times

When positioned optimally, the device prevented inhalation of pathogens during the first 15 minutes of exposure.

From Science Daily

As he sees it, the interfaces used by staff both in the field and in control centres to gain information aren’t optimally designed.

From BBC

The embryo must optimally distribute myosin so that cells move toward the attractors necessary for development while also contending with the imposed disturbances.

From Science Daily