optimal vs splendid

optimal

adj
  • The best, most favourable or desirable, especially under some restriction. 

  • Describing a search algorithm that always returns the best result. 

noun
  • The best of its kind 

splendid

adj
  • Brilliant, excellent, of a very high standard. 

  • Possessing or displaying splendor; shining; very bright. 

  • Gorgeous; magnificent; sumptuous; of remarkable beauty. 

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