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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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Experts say that while the increase in cases could reflect better reporting of cybercrimes, it also underscores the changing nature of criminal activity.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

"You might say to yourself, 'it's better to stay in my house to stay safe,'" said 50-year-old resident Teresa Silva.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

As a clinical psychologist, she empowered people to free themselves from victimhood by realizing they had better choices to make.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

“As I think about this emerging world, we can help people have a better understanding of what the expectations are and what they might experience.”

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

Even Karli knew better than to interrupt this family ritual.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo




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