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im·prove·ment

improvement

 
 
pronunciation:
ihm pruv mnt
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: When there is an improvement, it means that something is better than it was.
The teacher told Ruby's parents about her improvement in reading and math. They were happy to hear that.
synonyms:
enhancement
similar words:
correction, reform
definition 2: An improvement is a change that makes something better than it was before.
Aliyah made some improvements to her drawing. Now she's much happier with it.
synonyms:
advance, enhancement
antonyms:
deterioration
similar words:
correction, progress, reform
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