# improved

/ˌɪmˈpɹuvd/ (US) · /ɪmpɹˈuːvd/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/improved
Updated: 2026-06-19

## Senses

### 1. better than before

adjective · CEFR A2

better than it was in the past.

For teachers: having been made better, more effective, or of higher quality than a previous version.

- The new bus schedule offers an improved service for people living in the suburbs.
- The latest software update features an improved user interface that significantly reduces the time required to complete complex data entry tasks.

## Examples

- The athlete showed improved results after training harder.
- The city's improved public transport system has significantly reduced the average daily commute for thousands of residents.
- While the initial prototype suffered from several mechanical flaws, the improved version features a reinforced chassis and a more efficient cooling system that prevents overheating during prolonged use.

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