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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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The 34-year-old says she wishes more people were better educated on women's health conditions, "especially the impact that it has on both our physical and mental health".

From BBC • 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

Young people criticize America because they know it can do better.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

“My focus is to ensure that the lessons learned from the Eaton and Palisades Fires are turned into lasting changes that will better protect our residents and neighborhoods into the future,” Marrone said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

But I know I can’t tell him that; I know better than to decline a gift from Dad.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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