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better

[bet-er] / ˈbɛt ər /


ADJECTIVE
larger
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK






Usage

What are other ways to say improve? To better is to improve conditions which, though not bad, are unsatisfying: to better an attempt, oneself (as by gaining a higher salary). Improve usually implies remedying a lack or a felt need: to improve a process, oneself (as by gaining more knowledge). The more formal verb ameliorate implies improving oppressive, unjust, or difficult conditions: to ameliorate working conditions.

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His attitude and work-rate, and that of his teams, is a better fit for Liverpool and what we need to right the wrongs of this season.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

But research shows that what Americans really want is more engagement with the world and more investments in their labor-market skills to give them a better shot at thriving in a dynamic world economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Tatiana Barhar, a Venice resident for over 30 years, said she saw in real-time an “extreme” homelessness problem get better during Bass’ term, thanks to her Inside Safe program.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Martial arts films portray competition as a means of pushing your opponent to do better, to go further.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

“I was hoping to spend tonight getting some of my homework done, but my mom decided my time was better spent here.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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