better

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Pronunciation
[ˈbeɾə]
[ˈbɛɾɚ]
[ˈbɛtʰɚ~ˈbɛθ̠ɚ~ˈbɛt̪ɚ]
[ˈbɛʔɚ~ˈbɛʔəɾ]
[ˈbɛtʰə]
[ˈbɛɾɚ]
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

An entity, usually animate, deemed superior to another; one who has a claim to precedence; a superior.

Example Sentences
  • He quickly found Ali his better in the ring.
2 Definition

A person who makes a bet, such as a wager on the outcome of a game of chance or a sporting event.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To improve.

2 Definition

To become better; to improve.

3 Definition

To surpass in excellence; to exceed; to excel.

4 Definition

To give advantage to; to support; to advance the interest of.

5 Definition

(with bare infinitive) Should; ought to; need to; must.

Example Sentences
  • The project had better get finished by the current deadline.
Adjective
10 definition(s)
1 Definition

Greater in amount or quantity

2 Definition

(of people)

3 Definition

(of capabilities)

4 Definition

(properties and qualities)

5 Definition

(when with and) Very, extremely. See good and.

Example Sentences
  • The soup is good and hot.
6 Definition

Holy (especially when capitalized) .

Example Sentences
  • Good Friday
7 Definition

(of quantities)

8 Definition

In good health.

Example Sentences
  • I had been sick, but now I'm well.
9 Definition

Good, content.

Example Sentences
  • “How are you?” — “I'm well, thank you!”
10 Definition

Prudent; good; well-advised.

Adverb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

(manner) Accurately, competently, satisfactorily.

Example Sentences
  • He does his job well.
2 Definition

(manner) Completely, fully.

Example Sentences
  • We’re well beat now.
3 Definition

(degree) To a significant degree.

Example Sentences
  • That author is well known.
4 Definition

(degree) Very (as a general-purpose intensifier).

5 Definition

In a desirable manner; so as one could wish; satisfactorily; favourably; advantageously.