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
infringeto encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another
granulateto form or crystallize into grains or granules
contortionsto twist in a violent manner
adherentone who adheres to something: such as
flitto pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another
earthyof, relating to, or consisting of earth
conveneto come together in a body
gratifyto be a source of or give pleasure or satisfaction to
punctiliousmarked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions
winnowto remove (something, such as chaff) by a current of air