betterment

American  

[bet-er-muhnt] / ˈbɛt ər mənt /

noun

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

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

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betterment British  

/ 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

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Other Word Forms

• self-betterment noun

Etymology

Origin of betterment

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

Example Sentences

But he said that "partner countries" are "assisting and supporting the election" -- doing so "out of a desire for the betterment of Myanmar".

From Barron's

They’re the one making calls, and sacrificing themselves with the call sometimes for the betterment of the play.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Strong and determined, Michele and Rob Reiner devoted a great deal of their lives for the betterment of our fellow citizens,” the statement reads.

From Los Angeles Times

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

From The Wall Street Journal

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

From The Wall Street Journal