better

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Definition 1: better (adjective)

(comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable

Examples

I suppose I'd better, otherwise he might sue you for breach of promise.

You'd better, miss. You know how she feels about that cat.

Don't you think I'd better go up and see if Martha's all right?

I thought it over, Martha. It's better for you here.

Both of you better go upstairs.

Uh, better yet, I'll meet you.

You better be careful, they can sting a man to death.

You better radio in for landing instructions, Danny.

Now perhaps you'd better leave.

We'd better think of something funny, and quick.

Definition 2: better (adverb)

comparative of `well'; in a better or more excellent manner or more advantageously or attractively or to a greater degree etc.

Examples

According to my figures you're better at extracting funds from the company.

I suppose I better go up there and take a look.

It'd make me feel a whole lot better.

Definition 3: better (adjective)

(comparative of `good') superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

Examples

You know, Chris, I think your cloak with the sequins might look better on you tonight.

I've got a better idea, let's go to my Father's celebration.