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[ˈbeɾə] ► audio Scrabble 8 Words With Friends 9

Definition

  1. adverb comparative of `well'.
  2. adverb from a position of superiority or authority. — synonyms: best
  3. adjective (comparative of `good') superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability.
  4. adjective (comparative of `good') changed for the better in health or fitness.
  5. adjective (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable. — synonyms: better(p), best(p)
  6. adjective more than half.
  7. noun something superior in quality or condition or effect.
  8. noun someone who bets. — synonyms: bettor, wagerer, punter
  9. noun a superior person having claim to precedence.
  10. noun the superior one of two alternatives.
  11. verb surpass in excellence. — synonyms: break
  12. verb to make better. — synonyms: improve, amend, ameliorate, meliorate
  13. verb get better. — synonyms: improve, ameliorate, meliorate

Examples

  • “He quickly found Ali his better in the ring.”
  • “The soup is good and hot.”
  • “Good Friday”

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