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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.

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West Ham was relegated from the Premier League to the EFL Championship in late May, so the World Cup will be crucial as Álvarez seeks better club opportunities in Europe.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

There are many benefits to going with one of these screenless options, namely better battery life and fewer distractions, though they lack the GPS tracking and access to emergency services available in smartwatches.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

“If we can make this experience slightly better for people, or if they feel like they have more agency, I feel like it would make a big difference,” Kakaiya said.

From Slate • Jun. 7, 2026

Unsurprisingly, after both games, discussions over whether the team play better without their captain quickly returned.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

I try to explain it again, so she understands better.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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