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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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When Verizon says its customer service is getting so much better because of the use of AI, it’s reasonable to expect that software companies that help people in customer service could be under pressure.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

“I used to watch the World Cup with family and friends, but it really is better when you’re with a bunch of strangers who you met for the first time,” Kim said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Bolé Ethiopian Cuisine St. Paul – Ethiopian food is always fantastic, but it’s even better when shared with friends.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Seafarers' unions have also expressed concern over safety in volatile regions and called for better protection.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“So,” I ponder, “my freedom might be different? My life might be better in another way?”

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes




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