Definitions

better-off

[bet-er-awf, -of] / ˈbɛt ərˈɔf, -ˈɒf /

ADJECTIVE

being in a more advantageous position

Synonyms

WEAK

happier more fortunate

Example Sentences

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Robots could also reduce the price of goods and make everyone better off.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

The middle class is simultaneously better off and more financially strained than it has been in decades.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Rayner, seen as a potential contender to replace Sir Keir, called on him to "meet the moment" with bolder action to make people feel better off.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

And he would have been much better off as a Clipper if his team had draft picks to fortify it for the coming seasons and a burgeoning star at point guard.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

He too was missing Hagrid, although like Ron he thought that they were better off without Grawp in their lives.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling