IMPROVES Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

improves

verb

present tense third-person singular of improve

as in enhances

to make better a little salt would improve this bland food

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Recent Examples of improves To drive lasting change, leaders must demonstrate how allyship enhances team performance, improves decision-making, and directly supports individual career trajectories. — Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 Miami improves to 66-64 on the season to stay on the outskirts of the National League’s wild card race and has won seven of eight games this year so far against the Nationals (61-70). — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2026 This is different from endurance training that improves aerobic capacity. — Linda M. Boland, The Conversation, 21 Aug. 2026 When Paul develops an experimental drug that improves communication, his obsession to see Theo speak threatens to destroy his family. — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026 Over long periods, markets reach new highs because businesses grow earnings, productivity improves, dividends increase, innovation continues and the economy expands. — Steve Booren, Denver Post, 16 Aug. 2026 Dallas improves to 3-2-2 on the road against Austin and leads the overall series 9-2-3 with a plus-nine goal differential. — ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026 Durston Gear The double-wall design with fully independent fly and inner tents improves ventilation while helping to abate interior condensation. — New Atlas, 16 Aug. 2026 Personal income tax will become an increasingly important source of fiscal revenue, as Beijing broadens the tax base to capture wealthier individuals and offshore wealth, while enforcement improves, said Dan Wang, China director at Eurasia Group. — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2026

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Packed with potent ingredients like isopropyl cloprostenate, amino acids, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin E, this formula nurtures and enhances your brows from the root.

— Iman Balagam, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2026
Gay, who is borderline to make the 53-man roster even with a high number of LB injuries, has seen his special teams participation increase recently, which enhances his chances of making the final roster.

— Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026