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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.

Example Sentences

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“He knew the Rose Bowl better than any place,” said Turi Ann, preparing to have a small group of family over to watch the game, as she does every year.

From Los Angeles Times

Though the scheme was now "much better" than it had been, it continued to divide opinion, he said.

From BBC

For viewers who often complain that the faithful are useless at rooting out traitors, the twist will allow fans to play along and see whether they can do any better.

From BBC

"Not a top performance but overall it's two-sided; acknowledge the defensive side of the game, but of course the offensive side needs to be better."

From Barron's

There’s evidence that engaging with friends on social media can be positive and lead to a better sense of belonging and connection.

From The Wall Street Journal