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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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The encouraging findings suggested the therapy might work better in people if delivered differently.

From Science Daily

But advocates of alternative materials argue that while upfront costs may be higher, they can be longer-lasting and better for residents' health, ultimately making them more cost-effective.

From BBC

Some of the suggested reasons for this are poor investment from the UK government and pension funds; the perceived weakness of the London Stock Exchange; and better tax breaks elsewhere.

From BBC

“She trusted Better U and she really wanted to have a better life,” said her mother, Carleanne Fierro, who along with Tricia’s father filed a lawsuit against Better U in February.

From The Wall Street Journal

He wouldn’t even look at me, which made me feel shamed, but it was better than having to talk about what had happened.

From Literature