GRE Word List

OPTIMUM

the amount or degree of something that is most favorable to some end

The meaning of the word optimum is the amount or degree of something that is most favorable to some end.

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WordMeaning
tithea tenth part of something paid as a voluntary contribution or as a tax especially for the support of a religious establishment
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
prefatoryof, relating to, or constituting a preface
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
indifferentmarked by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern for something : apathetic
specioushaving a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic
inasmuch_assince; owing to the fact that
defrayto provide for the payment of : pay
smudgeto make a smudge on
frenziedfeeling or showing great or abnormal excitement or emotional disturbance