Logo
Search icon

better

[ˈbeɾə]

noun

Meaning

  • 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."

adjective

Meaning

  • Greater in amount or quantity

adjective

Meaning

  • (of people)

  • (of capabilities)

  • (properties and qualities)

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

    "The soup is good and hot."

  • Holy (especially when capitalized) .

    "Good Friday"

  • (of quantities)

Synonyms

accomplished,
all right,
decent,
not bad,
satisfactory,
well

adjective

Meaning

  • In good health.

    "I had been sick, but now I'm well."

  • Good, content.

    "“How are you?” — “I'm well, thank you!”"

  • Prudent; good; well-advised.

adverb

Meaning

  • (manner) Accurately, competently, satisfactorily.

    "He does his job well."

  • (manner) Completely, fully.

    "We’re well beat now."

  • (degree) To a significant degree.

    "That author is well known."

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

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