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improve

[im-proov] / ɪmˈpruv /


Usage

What are other ways to say improve? The verb 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. To better is to improve conditions which, though not bad, are unsatisfying: to better an attempt, oneself (as by gaining a higher salary).

Example Sentences

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A gale warning was also in effect for inner coastal waters, with officials discouraging boating until conditions improved.

From Los Angeles Times

Sinner raced through the first set in under half an hour but Machac improved in the second.

From Barron's

This means 'does not improve', when a rider or skier gets a lower score than their previous run - therefore not improving on their score tally overall.

From BBC

Broader anti-inflammatory strategies, such as regular exercise or improved sleep, could also play a role.

From Science Daily

By adjusting how dynamically the molecules move within this structure, researchers improved how effectively they interact with constantly shifting cell receptors.

From Science Daily