Improve
/ɪmˈpruːv/
Definitions
To make something better or to get better.
/ɪmˈpruːv/
To make or become better.
The company is working to improve its customer service.
💡 Simply: Think of it like leveling up in a game or making a delicious recipe taste even better! When you *improve* something, you're making it better than it was before. Like, 'Can we *improve* this drawing by adding some color?'
👶 For kids: To make something better! Like, 'Can you help me *improve* my drawing?'
More Examples
She took a class to improve her public speaking skills.
The new software improved the efficiency of the system.
His health has improved since he started exercising regularly.
How It's Used
"We need to improve the quality of our products."
"The student is working to improve their grades."
"This update is designed to improve the app's performance."
Idioms & expressions
improve upon
To make something better than it already is.
"We can improve upon the existing design with some minor changes."
From Middle English *improuen*, from Old French *esprover* (French *éprouver*) 'to prove, test', from Late Latin *exprobare* 'to prove, test', from Latin *probandum* 'to be tested'.
The word has been used since the 14th century, initially referring to 'to use, profit' and later evolving to 'to become or make better'.
Memory tip
Imagine you are on a journey to a better place. Each step you take *improves* your position.