better

[ˈbɛtər]

better Definition

• 1. of a more excellent or effective type or quality
• 2. more appropriate, advantageous, or well advised
• 3. in better health or condition
• 4. more enjoyable or satisfactory

Using better: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "better" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  This is a better way to solve the problem.

• Example

  I feel much better today.

• Example

  I had a better time at the party than I expected.

• Example

  He is a better singer than his brother.

better Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for better

• superior
• improved
• enhanced
• more desirable
• more suitable

Antonyms for better

• worse
• inferior
• poorer

Phrases with better

• better off

  in a more favorable or advantageous position

  Example

  She's better off without him.

• better late than never

  it's better to do something late than not at all

  Example

  I know it's been a while, but I finally finished that project. Better late than never, right?

• had better

  should or ought to

  Example

  You had better study hard if you want to pass the exam.

Origins of better

from Old English 'betera'

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Summary: better in Brief

The word 'better' [ˈbɛtər] describes something of higher quality, effectiveness, or suitability. It can refer to health, enjoyment, or advice, as in 'I feel much better today.' 'Better' also appears in phrases like 'better off,' meaning in a more advantageous position, and 'had better,' indicating a recommendation or warning.