improvement
/ɪmˈpruvmənt/
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Type
Noun
Meaning
The process of making something better, or the state of being made better.
The patient showed a steady improvement in health after starting the new medication.
An addition or modification that enhances the quality, value, or usefulness of something.
We made a substantial improvement to the kitchen by installing modern appliances.
Collocations
- room for improvement
- show improvement
- marked improvement
- dramatic improvement
- home improvement
- capital improvement
Synonyms
- enhancement
- advancement
- progress
- upgrade
- renovation
Antonyms
- deterioration
- decline