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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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"It will get worse before it gets better," he said.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

However, the company managed to deliver a 6% rise in revenue during the quarter, which was better than market expectations, they say.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

In fact, it’s often better when made from the odds and ends already lingering around your kitchen.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

He understood the tides of cultural transformation as much or better than most musicians of the 20th century.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

Once he apologizes and decides to listen to me, things can get better again.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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