As a verb optimize
is (originally|intransitive) to act optimistically or as an optimist.
As a noun satisficer is
one who satisfices (rather than optimizes).
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