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Meaning of improve
to make something better or more effective
Etymology of improve
The word "improve" originates from the Old French word "emprover," which is derived from "en" (to make) and "prover" (to test or prove)
Historically, the word has been used to describe the process of making something better or more effective, often through testing, refinement, or practice
Synonyms
enhance
refine
perfect
optimize
amend
better
augment
boost
elevate
uplift
ennoble
meliorate
ameliorate
revamp
renovate
restore
rejuvenate
reform
reorganize
rearrange
restructure
modify
alter
change
revise
edit
correct
rectify
mend
fix
repair
improve
advance
progress
develop
grow
mature
blossom
flourish
thrive
prosper
succeed
excel
surpass
outdo
outshine
outclass
upgrade
update
modernize
sophisticate
complicate
elaborate
embellish
enrich
fortify
strengthen
intensify
heighten
increase
expand
extend
broaden
deepen
heighten
Definitions
- To make something better or more effective
- * To become better or more effective
- * To increase or increase something in amount, degree, or intensity
Usage Examples
- The company aims to improve its customer service by hiring more staff
- * She has been working hard to improve her language skills
- * The new policy is designed to improve the overall quality of life in the city
Antonyms
worsen
deteriorate
decline
decrease
diminish
reduce
lower
lessen
impair
damage
harm
hurt
injure
mar
spoil
ruin
destroy
devastate
demolish
annihilate
extinguish
quash
suppress
oppress
depress
debase
degrade
discredit
disrepute
shame
disgrace
defame
slander
libel
vilify
defile
sully
tarnish
besmirch
blemish
stain
taint