improved (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪmˈpruːvd/

Definition

Made or became better or more valuable.

Examples

• The new software has greatly improved the company's efficiency.

• His condition has improved since he started the new medication.

• We've improved our production process to reduce waste.

How to Use improved

improve on (prepositional phrase)

To make something better than a previous version or standard. — "We need to improve on our previous sales figures."

improve upon (prepositional phrase)

To make something better than a previous version or standard. — "It's hard to improve upon perfection."

Synonyms of improved

Words with a similar meaning to improved:

• better
• enhanced
• upgraded
• refined

Antonyms of improved

Words with the opposite meaning to improved:

• worsened
• deteriorated

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