improvement
noun
im·prove·ment
im-ˈprüv-mənt 
Examples of improvement in a Sentence
Doctors were amazed by the sudden improvement in her medical condition.
I've noticed a significant improvement in your work since the spring.
The editor made some improvements to the article before it was printed.
They spent the money on new kitchen cabinets and other home improvements.
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Even with Trout back, the Angels still have room for improvement.
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Benjamin Royer, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
Engage Directly and Transparently With Your Audience One way a brand can rebuild its image after backlash is through authentic transparency — openly acknowledging the issue, taking responsibility and outlining improvement steps.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2025
Scott Ford, deputy director of the Downtown Sacramento Partnership, a property business improvement district that works with downtown building owners, sees opportunity.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 8 June 2025
Productivity gains rarely translate into higher wages, with only a 3-7 percent improvement in pay.
—Gene Marks, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
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Benjamin Royer, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
Engage Directly and Transparently With Your Audience One way a brand can rebuild its image after backlash is through authentic transparency — openly acknowledging the issue, taking responsibility and outlining improvement steps.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2025
Scott Ford, deputy director of the Downtown Sacramento Partnership, a property business improvement district that works with downtown building owners, sees opportunity.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 8 June 2025
Productivity gains rarely translate into higher wages, with only a 3-7 percent improvement in pay.
—Gene Marks, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for improvement
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“Improvement.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/improvement. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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improvement
noun
im·prove·ment
im-ˈprüv-mənt
1
: the act or process of improving
2
a
: increased value or excellence
b
: something that adds to the value or appearance (as of a house)
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