Improve

ɪmˈpruːv

Meaning & Definition

verb
To make or become better.
She took a class to improve her writing skills.
To enhance the value, quality, or extent of something.
The new software will improve the efficiency of our workflow.
To make progress in a skill, area, or condition.
The athlete has worked hard to improve his performance.
To increase the value of property or land.
They plan to improve the estate by landscaping the garden.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old French 'emprover', from 'en-' + 'prover' (to prove).

Common Phrases and Expressions

improve upon:
to make something better than it was before.
self-improvement:
the process of improving oneself through conscious habits.
room for improvement:
an expression indicating that something can be improved.

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Slang Meanings

to level up
I’m trying to level up my workout routine.
to get better
I just want to get better at my job.