Synonyms for

Improves

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

Definition

to make something better or to become better

Synonyms & similar words

ameliorate worsen meliorate improve amend better enhances boosts upgrades refines amends elevates elevates advances polishes perfects rectifies revamps augments develops progresses mends betters strengthens enriches modernizes

Synonyms by register

Formal

enhances ameliorates rectifies advances

Informal

gets better picks up perks up brightens

Literary

mends redounds better

Antonyms

worsens declines detracts degrades harms impairs diminishes

Common collocations

  • improves significantly
  • improves greatly
  • improves steadily
  • improves performance
  • improves skills
  • improves the situation
  • improves quality
  • improves health

Word family

noun improvement
verb improve
adjective improved
adverb improvingly

Usage note

The verb 'improves' indicates a positive change or advancement. It is often used in contexts related to performance, quality, or well-being.

Example sentences

  1. Exercise improves your health.
  2. Reading improves your vocabulary.
  3. Practice improves your skills.
  4. Listening improves your understanding.
  5. Cooperation improves teamwork.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • Excellence is not a skill. It is an attitude. - Ralph Marston
  • We can't help everyone, but everyone can help someone. - Ronald Reagan

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