Improved
/ɪmˈpruːvd/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo make something better or to get better.
/ɪmˈpruːv/
To make or become better.
The new software has significantly improved the team's efficiency.
💡 Simply: When something's not quite right, you can make it better! Like, if your drawing isn't very good, you can improve it by adding more details and shading.
👶 For kids: To make something better than it was before.
More Examples
We are constantly looking for ways to improve our products.
Her health has improved since she started exercising regularly.
How It's Used
"The company's performance improved significantly this quarter."
"He improved his grades by studying harder."
Made better or enhanced.
/ɪmˈpruːvd/
Having been made better; enhanced.
The improved model boasts a longer battery life.
💡 Simply: It's like when you take something that was already pretty good and make it even better. For example, an 'improved' version of a phone might have a better camera.
👶 For kids: When something is better than it was before.
More Examples
We offer an improved service for our premium customers.
The recipe calls for an improved method of cooking.
How It's Used
"The improved version of the car has more safety features."
"This is an improved design that fixes the previous issues."
Synonyms
From Middle English *improven*, from Old French *enprouer* ('to profit, improve'), from *en-* (in) + *prou* (profit), from Latin *prode* (to be of use).
The word has been used in English since the 14th century, initially referring to 'making something better' in a general sense.
Memory tip
Imagine you are making something that is not good, you can improve on it, like a recipe.
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Word Origin
Root: prou