betters 1 of 2

noun

plural of better
1
as in superiors
one who is above another in rank, station, or office be polite to your betters and to your inferiors in equal measure

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2
as in advantages
the more favorable condition or position in a competition she got the better of her opponents very early in the race

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betters

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verb

present tense third-person singular of better
1
as in exceeds
to be greater, better, or stronger than this year's profits should better last year's by a wide margin

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2
as in improves
to make better social workers and reformers trying to better the lives of inner-city residents

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Recent Examples of betters
Noun
Kay has hit 12 betters, most in the majors, in his first 66 1/3 innings. — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 17 June 2026 And while millions of dollars are traded in the markets by betters looking for an edge, Goldenberg said Cuban intelligence and their allies in China and Russia are likely monitoring the markets as well. — Nick Penzenstadler, USA Today, 7 May 2026 According to the indictment, Gino's and Paragon were used to facilitate the collection and distribution of money made from gambling from agents, bookies and betters involved with Gerodemos. — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026 Porter was in part banned for disclosing information betters used on prop bets and parlays. — Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 9 Mar. 2026 Laster allegedly sold this information to two betters for about $100,000. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026 Here's what at-home betters should know. — Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 20 Feb. 2026 In addition, the FBI said Damon Jones, a former player and assistant coach for the Lakers, shared inside information about the health of LeBron James with betters back in 2023. — Lz Granderson, Boston Herald, 28 Oct. 2025 The two companies are teaming up to enhance the viewing experience for NBA betters. — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
If the Sharks make the playoffs next season and Celebrini betters his 115-point total from this season, wouldn’t his next deal become that much more expensive? — Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026 Nothing betters the gift of time. — Brie Stimson , Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for betters
  1. superiors
  2. advantages
  3. exceeds
  4. improves
  5. edges
  6. surpasses
  7. enhances
  8. tops
Noun
  • For example, women athletes are routinely portrayed as emotional, powerless, and reliant on their coaches or superiors, resulting in their infantilization, all while their men athlete counterparts are framed as rational and confident.
    — Lindsey Darvin, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • The investigation, according to the archives, cited several factors as contributing to the tragedy, including Holland’s disregard of procedures, the failure of superiors to take previous action and the inadequate preparation of crew members aboard the doomed plane.
    — Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Definition of superiors
Noun
  • Good luck with that message in flyover country when the revolutionaries don’t enjoy the advantages of light-turnout primaries.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • Team Mexico will certainly enjoy some home field advantages with the altitude and its fans.
    — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of advantages
Verb
  • For years, Memphis, whose population exceeds 600,000, has dealt with high violent crime, including assaults, carjackings and homicides.
    — Jack Brook, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • To be really honest, all our testing right now shows this exceeds the life of the machine.
    — John Burek, PC Magazine, 5 July 2026
Definition of exceeds
Verb
  • Just as the resumption of the age-old war with Indian also improves the breed.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 July 2026
  • Birds are essential for creating a sustainable landscape that supports wildlife and improves biodiversity in the garden.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 5 July 2026
Definition of improves
Noun
  • Fold the foil in half, then fold up the edges to make 2-inch-high sides.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2026
  • Authorities appeared concerned about the dangers of having a large crowd alongside the procession, with officials on loudspeakers urging the public to walk slowly, not to push and to stay to the edges of the street.
    — Nasser Karimi, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of edges
Verb
  • This surpasses Disneyland Paris, which generates more revenue but yields less profit for the parent company.
    — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • The raise comes as the company surpasses $200 million in net revenue, grew over 50% year-over-year, and turned profitable.
    — Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 7 July 2026
Definition of surpasses
Verb
  • While technology enhances efficiency, only 8% of firms fully automate workflows.
    — Angelica Krystle Donati, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • That’s especially important for farmers because nitrogen fertilizers serve as a key nutrient for crops that accelerates growth and enhances yields during harvest, Sumner added.
    — Chase Hunter, Boston Herald, 6 July 2026
Definition of enhances
Verb
  • But for sheer drama, no game among the 10 Final Fours in KC tops the most recent one.
    — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026
  • Who plans an outdoor party in the state that tops the nation in severe weather reports?
    — Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026
Definition of tops

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