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Better

Verb / ˈbetɜ: / Another word for better — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

more excellent than another; improved or superior

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

superior improved advantageous preferable

Informal

finer greater nicer cooler

Literary

fresher higher more excellent

Antonyms

worse inferior poorer lesser disadvantageous detrimental

Common collocations

  • much better
  • all the better
  • for the better
  • better off
  • better late than never
  • better known
  • better half
  • better days

Word family

noun betterness
adjective good
adverb well

Usage note

As an adjective, 'better' is the comparative form of 'good'. As an adverb, it is the comparative form of 'well'. It is often used to express preference or improvement.

Example sentences

  1. I hope my test score is better than last time.
  2. My sister is better at math than I am.
  3. Eating vegetables is better for you than eating candy.
  4. My mom says I need to get better at cleaning my room.
  5. I feel better after taking a nap.

Quotes

  • The best thing about the future is that it comes one day at a time. - Abraham Lincoln
  • A goal should scare you a little and excite you a lot. - Joe Vitale
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt

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