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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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"This research helps scientists better predict how the climate may change in the coming decades -- information that governments, businesses, and communities use to prepare for future environmental conditions," said Elipot .

From Science Daily • May 10, 2026

Drugs often have more than one application, and Brandi said continuous research is needed not just for abortion and miscarriage care, but to better treat a gamut of health issues such as uterine fibroids.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

“I still think our ancestors lived better lives. As long as there are animals to hunt and tubers to harvest, what else do I want?” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

"It's self-centred. If you want it to be better then get stuck in. We're in government, this isn't a game," they added.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

The sooner he got rid of Gingersnipes and reclaimed his position, the better.

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




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