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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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My life is better when I don't drink.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Getting 300 million subscribers is far from assured and likely requires better satellites, which SpaceX has planned.

From Barron's • 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

“I know it’s part of the game, and something we can’t control, but I do think we can do better in our response to it.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

As Phineas gradually feels better, he wants to go right out and get back to work.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman




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