better — of higher quality, more suitable, or more effective than another
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: of higher quality, more suitable, or more effective than another
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbetər/
Example Sentences
- My mom's cooking is better than any five-star restaurant!
- I thought I was good at gaming until I met my 8-year-old nephew who's way better.
- Exercise and proper diet will help you feel better.
better
ADJECTIVE[/ˈbetər/]
of higher quality, more suitable, or more effective than another
of higher quality, more suitable, or more effective than another
Though the rain makes him wetter, he writes a better letter!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Better derives from Old English 'betera', the comparative form of 'good'. It originated from Proto-Germanic roots shared across the Germanic language family, cognate with German 'besser' and other related languages.
Breakdown
The word evolved from Old English 'betera' through Middle English 'betere' to modern English 'better', preserving the comparative suffix -er used to form the comparative degree of adjectives.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's cooking is better than any five-star restaurant!”
“I thought I was good at gaming until I met my 8-year-old nephew who's way better.”
“Exercise and proper diet will help you feel better.”
“The weather is getting better this week.”
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