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better

[ˈbeɾə]
noun

  1. An entity, usually animate, deemed superior to another; one who has a claim to precedence; a superior.

    "He quickly found Ali his better in the ring."

adjective

  1. Greater in amount or quantity

adjective

  1. (of people)

  2. (of capabilities)

  3. (properties and qualities)

Synonymsaccomplished, all right, decent, not bad, satisfactory, well
Antonymsbad, evil, bad, poor
adjective

  1. In good health.

    "I had been sick, but now I'm well."

  2. Good, content.

    "“How are you?” — “I'm well, thank you!”"

  3. Prudent; good; well-advised.

adverb

  1. (manner) Accurately, competently, satisfactorily.

    "He does his job well."

  2. (manner) Completely, fully.

    "We’re well beat now."

  3. (degree) To a significant degree.

    "That author is well known."

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