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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’s expecting elevated rates of shopping around to continue into 2026 as drivers hunt for better deals and insurers vie for customers.

From MarketWatch

People aren’t going to feel better about the economy until their incomes keep up with rising prices.

From The Wall Street Journal

But I can’t think of a better term to describe the bizarre hypotheses that emanate from almost every news event of national or international significance.

From The Wall Street Journal

If Mike jokes that Dave deserves a free oil change for missing out on a $10 commission, then you better believe the movie will cut to him under the car doing the job.

From Los Angeles Times

Star striker Victor Osimhen was among the culprits -- he failed to score but could have claimed a hat-trick with better finishing.

From Barron's