betterment

[bet-er-muhnt]

noun

1. the act or process of bettering; better; improvement.

2. an improvement of property other than by mere repairs.

betterment

/ ˈbɛtəmənt /

noun

1. a change for the better; improvement

2. property law an improvement effected on real property that enhances the value of the property

Other Word Forms

• self-betterment noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of betterment¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; better ¹ + -ment

Example Sentences

“It’s changed for the betterment of the players.”

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It has demonstrated over the centuries a deep faith in human betterment through liberal reformism and social engineering.

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"These organisations don't deserve to profit from sport if they're not going to use their power for the betterment of sport."

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On its website, Prince says it hopes to play an "important role" in Cambodia "through partnerships or direct investments into key industries for the betterment of Cambodians and the local economy".

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There was an overpowering quest for spiritual betterment, along with a demand for permission to pursue your passion and an insistence on unfettered expression.

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