as in evolved
being far along in development
an improved version of the software is now available
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as in enhanced
to make better
a little salt would improve this bland food
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Recent Examples of improved
Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Water cooling improved survival but exposed new limits According to the build video, the first engine versions lacked any cooling and failed almost instantly after ignition.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
In a separate analysis using data from The Cancer Genome Atlas, investigators found that tumors with higher GLP-1 receptor expression were associated with an improved overall survival in the seven cancer types studied.
—Victoria Forster, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Studies have found that regularly eating fish is associated with improved sleep quality, falling asleep more easily, and better daytime functioning.
—Trista Chan, Health, 25 May 2026
But some vegetables come up more often than others—and that's because certain nutrients have been especially linked to better blood pressure, lower inflammation, healthier cholesterol levels, and improved circulation.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 24 May 2026
Raptor failures are nothing new for SpaceX, but this flight marked the first use of the company’s upgraded Raptor 3, a redesign with higher thrust, lighter weight, and improved efficiency.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 23 May 2026
Analysts pointed to an improved outlook on security demand.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 23 May 2026
The new map could give Republicans an improved chance to sweep all nine of the state’s seats.
—David A. Lieb, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
Disney also has improved the engineer position on the ride, making the adventure a lot more fun for all who participate.
—Robert Niles, Oc Register, 26 May 2026
Lee, a liberal who espouses improved ties with North Korea, didn't specifically comment on the threats posed by the North.
—CBS News, 26 May 2026
Ontario Hockey League champion Kitchener improved to 2-0 to wrap up a semifinal spot and a chance to advance straight to the final in the four-team tournament.
—ABC News, 26 May 2026
Yet measures of student performance have not improved.
—Larry English, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman, who not long ago played for the Royals, retired the side and Boston improved to 20-27.
—Kansas City Star, 19 May 2026
The failure rate is around 70% and this figure has not improved in decades.
—Julia Dhar, Fortune, 19 May 2026
With Friday’s victory, the Heat improved to 9-20 this season against teams currently with a winning record.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
The 19-year-old, who spent the first half of the season on loan at Preston North End, may yet be rewarded for his progress this season with improved terms.
—Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Water cooling improved survival but exposed new limits According to the build video, the first engine versions lacked any cooling and failed almost instantly after ignition.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
In a separate analysis using data from The Cancer Genome Atlas, investigators found that tumors with higher GLP-1 receptor expression were associated with an improved overall survival in the seven cancer types studied.
—Victoria Forster, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Studies have found that regularly eating fish is associated with improved sleep quality, falling asleep more easily, and better daytime functioning.
—Trista Chan, Health, 25 May 2026
But some vegetables come up more often than others—and that's because certain nutrients have been especially linked to better blood pressure, lower inflammation, healthier cholesterol levels, and improved circulation.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 24 May 2026
Raptor failures are nothing new for SpaceX, but this flight marked the first use of the company’s upgraded Raptor 3, a redesign with higher thrust, lighter weight, and improved efficiency.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 23 May 2026
Analysts pointed to an improved outlook on security demand.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 23 May 2026
The new map could give Republicans an improved chance to sweep all nine of the state’s seats.
—David A. Lieb, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
Verb
Lost in all the offense was the strong pitching performance from Tyson Bobo, who won his second game in the playoffs and improved to 6-3 on the season.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
Disney also has improved the engineer position on the ride, making the adventure a lot more fun for all who participate.
—Robert Niles, Oc Register, 26 May 2026
Lee, a liberal who espouses improved ties with North Korea, didn't specifically comment on the threats posed by the North.
—CBS News, 26 May 2026
Ontario Hockey League champion Kitchener improved to 2-0 to wrap up a semifinal spot and a chance to advance straight to the final in the four-team tournament.
—ABC News, 26 May 2026
Yet measures of student performance have not improved.
—Larry English, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman, who not long ago played for the Royals, retired the side and Boston improved to 20-27.
—Kansas City Star, 19 May 2026
The failure rate is around 70% and this figure has not improved in decades.
—Julia Dhar, Fortune, 19 May 2026
With Friday’s victory, the Heat improved to 9-20 this season against teams currently with a winning record.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 1 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improved
Adjective
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Thus, the aye-aye evolved to fill that vacancy.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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Indigo Girls fans already have an evolved perspective on aging and a deeper understanding of how badass vulnerability really is.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
19 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The club permitted various non-Jewish groups to use its meeting halls, which enhanced relations between the communities.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 May 2026
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The house was built with a steel frame, eliminating the need for interior columns, which enhanced daylight, circulation and sightlines throughout the interior.—
Fred Albert,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
Adjective
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Berry singled and advanced to third on an error by Humphreys.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 May 2026
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Nothing against art, but much better than advanced placement calculus.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2026
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“Improved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improved. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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