improvement
noun
im·prove·ment
im-ˈprüv-mənt 
Examples of improvement in a Sentence
Doctors were amazed by the sudden improvement in her medical condition.
I've noticed a significant improvement in your work since the spring.
The editor made some improvements to the article before it was printed.
They spent the money on new kitchen cabinets and other home improvements.
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American Express touted its biggest ever investment in a card refresh back in June just before JPMorgan released its latest Sapphire Reserve card, while JPMorgan announced improvements to that card’s hotel perks Wednesday.
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Hugh Son, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2025
The Department of Public Works has proposed bike lane improvements and a road diet that would take a lane on each side away from vehicles, among other changes.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Schroeder highlighted the importance of understanding AI frameworks in finance, which accelerates prototyping, experimentation, and ongoing improvement.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 18 Sep. 2025
Loaded exports saw a 5 percent improvement from 2024 at 127,379 TEUs.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 18 Sep. 2025
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Hugh Son, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2025
The Department of Public Works has proposed bike lane improvements and a road diet that would take a lane on each side away from vehicles, among other changes.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Schroeder highlighted the importance of understanding AI frameworks in finance, which accelerates prototyping, experimentation, and ongoing improvement.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 18 Sep. 2025
Loaded exports saw a 5 percent improvement from 2024 at 127,379 TEUs.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 18 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for improvement
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“Improvement.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/improvement. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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improvement
noun
im·prove·ment
im-ˈprüv-mənt
1
: the act or process of improving
2
a
: increased value or excellence
b
: something that adds to the value or appearance (as of a house)
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