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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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In 2024, U.S. intelligence officials said for the first time in years that Iran was carrying out activities that would better enable it to produce a nuclear weapon should it decide to do so.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

“We continue to like the story, though we are looking for a better entry point,” the analysts wrote.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

For many in the community, though, the report feels like another instance of the county, again, failing to hear their concerns or learn how to better alert residents in future disasters.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Lu also said fast-fashion’s advantages came down to an uneven playing field and insufficient action from policymakers to encourage better behavior.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

For I regret to inform you that the story does get worse before it gets better.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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