1. A route or sequence of steps that does not represent the best or most efficient solution to reach a goal, though it may still be viable
The algorithm took a suboptimal path through the decision tree, resulting in a slower completion time.
O algoritmo seguiu um caminho subótimo através da árvore de decisão, resultando em um tempo de conclusão mais lento.
2. In navigation or logistics, a route that is less efficient than the best available alternative
Due to road closures, the GPS suggested a suboptimal path that added 20 minutes to the journey.
Devido a fechamentos de estradas, o GPS sugeriu um caminho subótimo que adicionou 20 minutos à jornada.