Bettering: meaning, definitions and examples

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bettering

 

[ ˈbɛtərɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

improving quality

Bettering refers to the act of making something better or improving its quality, condition, or performance. It often involves making enhancements or upgrades in various aspects of life, such as personal development, skills, or circumstances.

Synonyms

advancing, enhancing, improving, upgrading

Examples of usage

  • She is always bettering her skills in painting.
  • The organization is focused on bettering the community.
  • He believes in bettering himself through education.

Translations

Translations of the word "bettering" in other languages:

🇵🇹 melhoramento

🇮🇳 सुधारना

🇩🇪 Verbesserung

🇮🇩 peningkatan

🇺🇦 покращення

🇵🇱 poprawa

🇯🇵 改善

🇫🇷 amélioration

🇪🇸 mejora

🇹🇷 iyileştirme

🇰🇷 개선

🇸🇦 تحسين

🇨🇿 zlepšení

🇸🇰 zlepšenie

🇨🇳 改善

🇸🇮 izboljšanje

🇮🇸 bætir

🇰🇿 жақсарту

🇬🇪 تحسين

🇦🇿 inkişaf

🇲🇽 mejora

Etymology

The term 'bettering' is derived from the verb 'better,' which traces its origin back to the Old Comparative form of the word 'good,' which is 'bettra' in Old English. The concept of improvement has been an integral part of many societies, reflecting human aspiration towards self-improvement and societal enhancement. Over time, 'better' has grown in usage to signify advancements in various fields, such as technology, education, and personal development. The suffix '-ing' indicates the ongoing action of making something better, thus 'bettering' conveys a continuous process of improvement. This word reflects a positive outlook towards progress and is widely used in both personal and professional contexts, highlighting the desire for growth and enhancement.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,431, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.