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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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Mike McDaniel, the Chargers’ new offensive coordinator, wants to help Justin Herbert become a better quarterback while also reducing his risk to potential injury.

From Los Angeles Times

"I'm hoping things will get completely better to see what happens from here on out."

From Barron's

He told AFP that he purchased gold bars as it holds its value better.

From Barron's

If any of those changes apply to you, you might benefit from adjusting your withholding, so it’s a better match with your tax liability.

From The Wall Street Journal

That suggests it wasn’t better living spaces that helped kids, so much as a better connection to a thriving community.

From The Wall Street Journal