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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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While Theo adds that he is "looking forward towards a future that I know will be better than now".

From BBC

"I'm really happy to look at how we can provide better support for adoptive families and look at the allegations process so that it's fit for purpose," he added.

From BBC

Activist investors, once shunned by Japanese management, have gained more mainstream recognition over the years as the government has pressed companies to communicate better with investors and to improve capital efficiency.

From The Wall Street Journal

She had parked her car over on a hill overlooking the road for a better view into the distance.

From Barron's

But some are doing far better than others.

From Barron's