improving
- 01 A2 Elementary
v.making something better or becoming better than it was before.
v.the present participle of 'improve', used in continuous tenses to indicate ongoing progress or enhancement.
Simple“The weather is improving, so we can go for a walk this afternoon.”
In context“The patient's condition is steadily improving, though the medical team remains cautious about the long-term prognosis.”
UsageOften used in the present continuous to describe a current trend.
- 02 B1 Intermediate
v.the process of making something better.
v.the gerund form of 'improve', functioning as a noun to describe the action of enhancement.
Simple“Improving your English takes a lot of practice and patience.”
In context“Improving the infrastructure of the rural districts became the primary focus of the new regional development plan.”
UsageFunctions as a noun; often the subject of a sentence.
Synonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
adj.something that helps you learn or makes you a better person.
adj.tending to improve someone or something, particularly in an educational or moral sense.
Simple“She spent her weekends reading improving books about history and science.”
In context“The Victorian era was marked by a proliferation of improving literature designed to instill moral discipline in the working classes.”
Teacher's tipThis adjective use is somewhat dated and formal; in modern conversation, people usually say 'educational' or 'helpful'.
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Usage improving the energy · improving the condition · improving water