Improvement

/ɪmˈpruːvmənt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The process of making something better or the state of being made better.

The software upgrade resulted in a significant improvement in performance.

An instance or example of making something better.

Her grades showed a noticeable improvement after she started studying regularly.

A change that makes something better.

The city plans to invest in the improvement of public transportation.

The act of enhancing or increasing the quality or value of something.

The team's continuous improvement strategy led to higher customer satisfaction.

A beneficial change in condition or status.

There has been a marked improvement in air quality since the new regulations were implemented.

From Middle English 'improven', from Old French 'emprover' which means to make better.

make an improvement

To take steps in order to enhance or better something.

show improvement

To demonstrate that progress has been made.

steady improvement

Consistent and gradual enhancement over time.

enhance

To improve the quality, value, or extent of something.

refinement

The process of removing impurities or unwanted elements from a substance or concept.

progress

Forward or onward movement toward a destination or goal.