IMPROVED Synonyms: 140 Similar and Opposite Words

improved 1 of 2

adjective

as in evolved

being far along in development an improved version of the software is now available

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improved

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verb

past tense of improve

as in enhanced

to make better a little salt would improve this bland food

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Vaughn said in the first quarter call that Schuh is building on its improved product access with brands that include Nike, Adidas and Asics. — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 With benefits such as improved accessibility and insight for customers, and innovation and efficiency for vendors, this evolution has been largely positive for buyers and sellers. — John Readman, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026 Engineers at Jet Propulsion Laboratory and AeroVironment are working on a larger solar panel for improved power production at high-latitude locations, Pomerantz said. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 1 Sep. 2026 Chiefs and Mizzou football fans should take some extra time getting to Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City and the improved Faurot Field in Columbia this football season, according to the Missouri Department of Transportation. — Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 1 Sep. 2026 An improved roster and a lighter schedule ought to help the Badgers return to bowl eligibility this season. — Steve Megargee, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026 While the run game yielded 78 yards, Miller had an improved day, completing 44% of his passes for 71 yards. — Miami Herald, 30 Aug. 2026 Unlike conventional lithium-ion cells, these batteries replace the liquid electrolyte with a solid ceramic material, potentially enabling higher energy density and improved reliability. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026 Ratings have also grown among adults 25-54 (by 21 percent) and adults 18-49 (by 15 percent) — in keeping with a trend of improved numbers for long-running reality shows in the past year that also includes Survivor 50 and Dancing With the Stars. — Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026

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Agricultural production technologies and weather forecasting capabilities have also improved substantially, all of which could help the market absorb part of the supply shocks. — CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026 With another interested party, the financial dimensions of the deal began to shift and Sunderland improved their offer to the player and his agents. — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 The final drive ratio is shorter for 2027 to improve throttle response, and Chevy also claims improved aero performance, while opting for the new Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 as a stock tire. — Jerry Perez, The Drive, 3 Sep. 2026 East Elementary and Monroe High School both improved from D grades to C grades and came off the state’s low-performing schools list. — Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2026 Relations between Beijing and Cairo — the recipient of billions of dollars in military aid from Washington — have improved as China takes a more assertive role in the Middle East, analysts noted. — semafor.com, 2 Sep. 2026 Before adding another person, leaders need to know whether the work can be taught, checked and improved without constant intervention from the founder. — Nicholas Cormier, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026 Over the past several years, regulatory clarity has improved, investment vehicles have matured, and governance frameworks have become more established. — Peter Mintzberg, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2026 Ashampoo Snap has also improved to a more capable premium utility. — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 27 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for improved

Adjective

Dylan gives a subtle warning for Alex to stay away from Kylie, but Alex was still close to confessing his evolved feelings for her.

— Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 8 Aug. 2026
Chef Cristian Medrano’s menu exudes confidence in the form of evolved flavors with every dish.

— Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026

Definition of evolved

Verb

For daily family casual gaming scenarios, the M7SG is equipped with exclusive Game Mode Plus and enhanced Game Bar, supporting VRR variable refresh rate and ALLM automatic low-latency mode.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 31 Aug. 2026
Meta agreed to impose changes including a default two-hour daily time limit for teens across Facebook and Instagram, muted notifications during school hours, and enhanced parental controls, with more updates potentially on the horizon.

— Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of enhanced

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Goldman expects China’s advanced-node wafer supply to reach 410,000 wafers per month by 2035, compared with monthly demand of 619,000 wafers.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
The display was set up by police, with authorities saying some of the bodies recovered from the floods were in an advanced state of decomposition, making physical identification difficult.

— Freddie Clayton, NBC news, 29 Aug. 2026

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