unexpectedly-bettered
|un-ex-pect-ed-ly-bet-tered|
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/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪdli ˈbɛtərd/
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/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪdli ˈbɛtəd/
(better)
consistent improvement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'better' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'betera,' where 'bet-' meant 'good' or 'improved.'
Historical Evolution
'betera' transformed into the Middle English word 'bettre,' and eventually became the modern English word 'better.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'good or improved,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
improved or enhanced in a way that was not anticipated.
The team's performance was unexpectedly-bettered by the new coach.
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Last updated: 2025/05/15 18:48