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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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I felt better — my stomach, my skin — and, more surprisingly, I didn’t feel deprived.

From Salon

But she added Germany will likely weather this energy shock better than the one unleashed by Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

From Barron's

This willingness to shift strategies has helped retail investors feel better about their portfolios in the face of macroeconomic risk.

From MarketWatch

It said the combined company would be better positioned to compete with well-resourced companies that are increasing their garment and facility offerings in what is a growing and competitive market.

From The Wall Street Journal

“You better watch your account to the penny.”

From The Wall Street Journal