better
Word Statistics
Standard vocabulary
Used frequently in everyday conversation
Moderate complexity
Analysis:
- • Common vocabulary word
- • Simple pronunciation
1. An entity, usually animate, deemed superior to another; one who has a claim to precedence; a superior.
"He quickly found Ali his better in the ring."
1. Greater in amount or quantity
1. (of people)
2. (of capabilities)
3. (properties and qualities)
4. (when with and) Very, extremely. See good and.
"The soup is good and hot."
5. Holy (especially when capitalized) .
"Good Friday"
6. (of quantities)
Synonyms
1. In good health.
"I had been sick, but now I'm well."
2. Good, content.
"“How are you?” — “I'm well, thank you!”"
3. Prudent; good; well-advised.
1. (manner) Accurately, competently, satisfactorily.
"He does his job well."
2. (manner) Completely, fully.
"We’re well beat now."
3. (degree) To a significant degree.
"That author is well known."
4. (degree) Very (as a general-purpose intensifier).
5. In a desirable manner; so as one could wish; satisfactorily; favourably; advantageously.
better
Word Statistics
Standard vocabulary
Used frequently in everyday conversation
Moderate complexity
Analysis:
- • Common vocabulary word
- • Simple pronunciation
1. To improve.
2. To become better; to improve.
3. To surpass in excellence; to exceed; to excel.
4. To give advantage to; to support; to advance the interest of.
1. (with bare infinitive) Should; ought to; need to; must.
"The project had better get finished by the current deadline."
Synonyms
better
Word Statistics
Standard vocabulary
Used frequently in everyday conversation
Moderate complexity
Analysis:
- • Common vocabulary word
- • Simple pronunciation
1. A person who makes a bet, such as a wager on the outcome of a game of chance or a sporting event.
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