improving

Word Origin & History

late 15c., "to use to one's profit, to increase (income)," from Anglo-French emprouwer "to turn to profit" (late 13c.), from Old French en-, causative prefix, + prou "profit," from Latin prode "advantageous" (see proud). Spelling with -v- was rare before 17c. Meaning "to raise to a better quality or condition" first recorded 1610s. Phrase improve the occasion retains the etymological sense. Meaning "to turn land to profit" (by clearing it, erecting buildings, etc.) was in Anglo-French (13c.) and was retained in the American colonies.

Example Sentences for improving

He felt vaguely that his reluctance did him credit, and that he was improving.

In 1859 a movement was made for improving its shores as a public park.

We're not thwarting Lieutenant Ferry's plan, we're only improving upon it.

The ever improving brain will give us an ever broadening creed.

Reaching Abydos, he set about improving his naval and military position.

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