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nicer

adj. · adv.
US //ˈnaɪsɝ// UK //nˈaɪsɐ// nicer
  1. 1 more pleasant or kind (adj.)
    A1 Beginner

    more pleasant, kind, or enjoyable than something else.

    the comparative form of 'nice', indicating a greater degree of agreeable qualities or social kindness.

    Example

    The weather is much nicer today than it was yesterday.

    Example

    The renovated office provides a significantly nicer environment for the staff, featuring better lighting and more ergonomic furniture.
    Pitfall
    This room is more nicer than the other one.
    This room is nicer than the other one.

    Do not use 'more' with 'nicer'. 'Nicer' already means 'more nice'.

  2. 2 in a better way (adv.)
    B1 Intermediate Informal

    in a more pleasant or attractive way.

    the comparative form of the adverbial 'nice', used to describe an action performed in a more agreeable or skillful manner.

    Example

    If you dress a bit nicer, you might feel more confident at the party.

    Example

    The garden would look much nicer if we spent a few hours pruning the overgrown hedges and planting seasonal flowers.
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