im|prove|ment

im|prove|ment
im|prove|ment «ihm PROOV muhnt», noun.
1. a making better or becoming better: »

His schoolwork shows much improvement since last term.

SYNONYM(S): betterment, amelioration.
2. an increase in value.
3. a change or addition that adds value: »

An old house can be made modern by making improvements. The improvements in our house cost several thousand dollars.

4. a better condition; thing that is better than another; gain; advance: »

Electric lights are an improvement over candles.

5. good use.

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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