suboptimal
adjective
being below an optimal level or standard.
suboptimum
-
a variation of
suboptimal.
Example Sentences
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Basking was frequently combined with feeding; in several instances box turtles were noted early in the morning at suboptimum body temperatures eating grasshoppers, berries, or dung insects.
From Natural History of the Ornate Box Turtle, Terrapene ornata ornata Agassiz by John M. Legler
These differences in behavior did not seem to be correlated either with sex or with age; generally lessened activity was associated with suboptimum body temperatures.
From Natural History of the Ornate Box Turtle, Terrapene ornata ornata Agassiz by John M. Legler
The predilection of box turtles for open areas is probably important in permitting extended activity at suboptimum temperatures.
From Natural History of the Ornate Box Turtle, Terrapene ornata ornata Agassiz by John M. Legler
On cloudy days basking began later than on clear days and body temperatures usually remained at a suboptimum level.
From Natural History of the Ornate Box Turtle, Terrapene ornata ornata Agassiz by John M. Legler
