improve
/ɪmˈpruːv/
CEFR level A2Topic EducationWord #1228 in the learning path
改善；提高；变好
Definitions
v. To become better or make something better.
改善；提高；变好
Example
My cooking has improved since I started practising daily.
自从开始每天练习，我的厨艺进步了。
Investing in teacher training can improve educational outcomes, especially in schools serving disadvantaged communities.
投资教师培训可以改善教育成果，尤其是在服务弱势社区的学校中。
Collocations
- improve performance
- improve access to
- improve significantly
- improve living standards
Word family
- improvement (n.)
- improved (adj.)
Synonyms
- enhance
- better
Antonyms
- worsen
- deteriorate
Usage tip
既可及物也可不及物：improve skills；skills improve。
FAQ
- What does improve mean?
- To become better or make something better.
- How is improve pronounced?
- UK /ɪmˈpruːv/, US /ɪmˈpruːv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
