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The correct spelling is better.
How to pronounce better
[ˈbeɾə]
nounIPA: [ˈbeɾə]
Say it like: Bet-ter
The correct spelling is better. An entity, usually animate, deemed superior to another; one who has a claim to precedence; a superior. For example: "He quickly found Ali his better in the ring."
Usage Examples
“He quickly found Ali his better in the ring.”
“The soup is good and hot.”
“Good Friday”
Meanings
noun
- 1.An entity, usually animate, deemed superior to another; one who has a claim to precedence; a superior.
- 2.A person who makes a bet, such as a wager on the outcome of a game of chance or a sporting event.
adjective
- 1.Greater in amount or quantity
- 2.(of people)
- 3.(of capabilities)
- 4.(properties and qualities)
- 5.(when with and) Very, extremely. See good and.
adverb
- 1.(manner) Accurately, competently, satisfactorily.
- 2.(manner) Completely, fully.
- 3.(degree) To a significant degree.
- 4.(degree) Very (as a general-purpose intensifier).
- 5.In a desirable manner; so as one could wish; satisfactorily; favourably; advantageously.
verb
- 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.
- 5.(with bare infinitive) Should; ought to; need to; must.
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