Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for better. Search instead for bettreifer.
Definitions

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

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"I think they would be better improving the ones we already have instead of making one no-one has asked for and will cost a hell of a lot of money," he said.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

She guided Parker through questions he had while filling out applications, encouraging him to consider and emphasize his skills, needs and goals: “I felt that was better than letting him go blindly.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

The discovery, made using intense terahertz laser pulses, gives scientists a new view into the fundamental origins of magnetism and could eventually help researchers better control advanced quantum materials.

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

“When we recruited her, Ray, he was like, ‘Coach, you better be ready to work,’” said Fernandez.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

In front of restaurants, theaters, even the concert hall whose alley we knew so much better than its seats.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




Vocabulary lists containing better


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "better" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com