Definition better in American English

better adjective

adjective

/ˈbetər/

Example

She's trying to find a better job.

Example

The results were better than we had expected.

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I can think of far better ways of spending a million dollars.

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There was a growing economic crisis in Asia, and things were no better in Europe.

Synonyms and related words

better improved superior

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Example

Maggie's a better cook than I'll ever be.

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Alec is a lot better at sports than I am.

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skillful able capable

used for saying that someone is not as sick as they were before, or that something is not as painful as it was before

Example

Is your headache any better?

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You'll feel better when you've had something to eat.

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She's a little better today, but I think she should stay in bed.

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restored rested renewed

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