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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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Early reviews suggest Geely cars could be a hit with American consumers as the quality and special features are on par with electric vehicles available in the U.S., if not better.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

In fact, he’s been saying it explicitly for the better part of 40 years: “We should take the oil.”

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

"Ultimately, it gives us a better chance of protecting these incredible monkeys in the wild."

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

We already know it’s not better than Belgium or Portugal.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

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

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