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non-optimal solution

[/nɑːn ˈɒptɪməl səˈluːʃən/]
nounpl: non-optimal solutions
solução não-ótima
1. A solution to a problem that is acceptable but does not represent the best possible outcome; a suboptimal answer
The algorithm found a non-optimal solution due to time constraints.
O algoritmo encontrou uma solução não-ótima devido às limitações de tempo.
2. In mathematics and computer science, a feasible solution that does not maximize or minimize the objective function to its greatest extent
Engineers sometimes accept a non-optimal solution when perfection is impractical.
Engenheiros às vezes aceitam uma solução não-ótima quando a perfeição é impraticável.
Synonyms
suboptimal solutionsuboptimal answersecond-best solutionapproximate solutionfeasible solution
Antonyms
optimal solutionbest solutionperfect solutionideal solution

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
solução não-ótima
Standard usage in technical and academic contexts
São Paulo
solução subótima
Alternative technical term commonly used in engineering
Portugal
solução não-óptima
Uses Portuguese spelling with 'óptima'; equivalent to Brazilian usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

make do with what you have
settle for less
good enough solution
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