Like better: meaning, definitions and examples

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[ ˈlaɪk ˈbɛtər ]

Verb / Adverb
Context #1 | Verb

preference

To prefer something over another; to find more enjoyment in something compared to something else.

Synonyms

enjoy more, favor, prefer

Examples of usage

  • I like coffee better than tea.
  • She likes to read books, but she likes watching movies better.
Context #2 | Adverb

comparison

To a greater degree or extent.

Synonyms

improved, more, to a greater extent

Examples of usage

  • I like him better now that he has apologized.
  • She sings better than her sister.

Translations

Translations of the word "like better" in other languages:

🇵🇹 gostar mais

🇮🇳 अधिक पसंद करना

🇩🇪 besser mögen

🇮🇩 lebih suka

🇺🇦 подобатися більше

🇵🇱 bardziej lubić

🇯🇵 より好む

🇫🇷 préférer

🇪🇸 gustar más

🇹🇷 daha çok sevmek

🇰🇷 더 좋아하다

🇸🇦 تفضيل

🇨🇿 mít raději

🇸🇰 mať radšej

🇨🇳 更喜欢

🇸🇮 raje imeti

🇮🇸 líka betur

🇰🇿 жақсы көру

🇬🇪 უკეთესი მოსწონს

🇦🇿 daha çox xoşlamaq

🇲🇽 gustar más

Etymology

The word 'better' originated from the Old English word 'betera', which was a comparative form of 'good'. Over time, the spelling and pronunciation evolved to the current form 'better'. The use of 'better' to indicate a preference or comparison has been prevalent in the English language for centuries, reflecting human nature's inclination towards improvement and choice.