improvements
|im/prove/ments|
/ɪmˈpruːvmənts/
(improvement)
making better
Etymology
'improvement' originates from the Old French word 'emprouvement', where 'em-' meant 'in' and 'prouvement' meant 'profit or advantage'.
'emprouvement' transformed into the Middle English word 'emprowement', and eventually became the modern English word 'improvement'.
Initially, it meant 'profit or advantage', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'making something better'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or process of making something better.
The improvements in technology have made our lives easier.
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Noun 2
an addition or change that makes something better or more valuable.
The new software update includes several improvements.
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Last updated: 2025/02/08 14:27