improve

im-prove · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To make or become better in quality, value, or condition.

  2. 2.

    To increase the value of land or property by cultivation or construction.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    improve on/upon — To produce something better than.
  • •
    room for improvement — Possibility of being made better.

Related words

Antonyms: decline, deteriorate, worsen
See also: better, enhance, improvement
Synonyms: better, enhance, upgrade

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman emprower ("to turn to profit"), from Old French en- + prou ("profit"). The spelling was influenced by "prove" in the 17th century.