Improvement

B1 8+

Pronunciation: /ɪmˈpruːvmənt/

Definitions of improvement

noun a process of making something better or more satisfactory

Example Sentences

A1 I see an improvement in your English skills.

A2 She made a significant improvement in her grades this semester.

B1 Regular exercise can lead to improvements in overall health.

B2 The company implemented several improvements to their customer service department.

C1 The continuous improvement of technology has revolutionized many industries.

C2 His dedication to self-improvement has led to great success in his career.

adjective improving or intended to improve something

Example Sentences

A1 She made an improvement in her English speaking skills.

A2 The teacher noticed an improvement in the student's handwriting.

B1 The company implemented several improvements to their customer service system.

B2 The new software update brought significant improvements to the user interface.

C1 The renovation project resulted in a remarkable improvement to the building's overall appearance.

C2 After years of research and development, the scientists achieved a groundbreaking improvement in medical technology.

Examples of improvement in a Sentence

formal The company implemented a new system for continuous improvement in their production process.

informal I've been working on some improvements to my resume to make it stand out more.

slang I'm always looking for ways to level up and make some improvements in my life.

figurative Learning from your mistakes is the key to self-improvement and personal growth.

Grammatical Forms of improvement

past tense

improved

plural

improvements

comparative

more improved

superlative

most improved

present tense

improves

future tense

will improve

perfect tense

have improved

continuous tense

is improving

singular

improvement

positive degree

improvement

infinitive

to improve

gerund

improving

participle

improved

Origin and Evolution of improvement

First Known Use: 1400 year
Language of Origin: Old French
Story behind the word: The word 'improvement' originated from the Old French word 'emprouement' which meant 'profit, advancement'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'improvement' evolved to mean making something better or enhancing its quality, rather than just focusing on profit or advancement.