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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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"Currently, people think if you get severe ARDS, you keep supporting them and ultimately the lungs will get better."

From Science Daily

The researchers plan to expand their analysis to other countries to better understand how AI adoption could influence energy use and emissions worldwide.

From Science Daily

“I think people got this initial, ‘Wow, if this thing is going to go crazy, I better book my fare now before fares go up.’”

From Los Angeles Times

Drones can be hidden better than missile complexes or nuclear facilities.

From Los Angeles Times

Your wife’s comic timing might be even better than yours.

From Los Angeles Times