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(adj) best
(comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable
it would be better to speak to him; the White House thought it best not to respond
(adv) best
from a position of superiority or authority
father knows best; I know better.
(noun) bettor, punter, wagerer
someone who bets
(verb) meliorate, ameliorate, improve
get better
The weather improved toward evening
(verb) meliorate, improve, ameliorate, amend
to make better
The editor improved the manuscript with his changes
(verb) break
surpass in excellence
She bettered her own record; break a record