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Modify vs Optimize - What's the difference?

modify | optimize |

In transitive terms the difference between modify and optimize

is that modify is to make partial changes to while optimize is to make (something) more efficient, such as a computer program.

In intransitive terms the difference between modify and optimize

is that modify is to be or become modified while optimize is to become optimal.

modify

English

Verb

(en-verb)
  • To make partial changes to.
  • To be or become modified.

    • Synonyms

    * adapt, alter, amend, revamp, rework

    Related terms

    * modification * modifier

    References

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    optimize

    English

    Alternative forms

    * optimise (UK )

    Verb

    (optimiz)
  • (originally) To act optimistically or as an optimist.
  • To make (something) optimal.
  • To make (something) more efficient, such as a computer program.
  • To become optimal.

    • Related terms

    * optimal * optimism * optimist * optimum

    Synonyms

    * (to make optimal) perfect * (to make more efficient) enhance, hone, improve, perfect