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
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 19 May 2026
The Canadiens haven’t lost consecutive games since mid-March, and improved their playoff record to 6-0 following a loss.
—ABC News, 19 May 2026
And less than a year since he was called up last June, the case is increasingly compelling as his plate discipline and mindset have improved immensely since and through his 2025 struggles.
—Kansas City Star, 19 May 2026
New York, which improved to 4-10 in one-run games, trailed 3-1 in the fourth inning and 5-3 in the seventh in its first game against Toronto since losing last year's AL Division Series.
—CBS News, 19 May 2026
The Golden Knights improved to 3-0 in overtime in this postseason.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 13 May 2026
Smartphone cameras have improved dramatically over the past decade, but the moment of capture still remains surprisingly difficult.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 12 May 2026
The findings suggest that restoration could be improved by selecting or breeding eelgrass better suited to future conditions.
—Annika Hammerschlag, Los Angeles Times, 12 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
The mismatch between workers and available jobs—a key barometer of labor market stress—has actually improved since that moment, falling below its pre-pandemic level.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 19 May 2026
The Canadiens haven’t lost consecutive games since mid-March, and improved their playoff record to 6-0 following a loss.
—ABC News, 19 May 2026
And less than a year since he was called up last June, the case is increasingly compelling as his plate discipline and mindset have improved immensely since and through his 2025 struggles.
—Kansas City Star, 19 May 2026
New York, which improved to 4-10 in one-run games, trailed 3-1 in the fourth inning and 5-3 in the seventh in its first game against Toronto since losing last year's AL Division Series.
—CBS News, 19 May 2026
The Golden Knights improved to 3-0 in overtime in this postseason.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 13 May 2026
Smartphone cameras have improved dramatically over the past decade, but the moment of capture still remains surprisingly difficult.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 12 May 2026
The findings suggest that restoration could be improved by selecting or breeding eelgrass better suited to future conditions.
—Annika Hammerschlag, Los Angeles Times, 12 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
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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
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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 26 May. 2026.
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