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Betterness

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

(uncountable) The state or quality of being better; superiority..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (uncountable) The state or quality of being better; superiority.
  2. (countable) The result or product of being better.
  3. (minting) The amount by which a precious metal exceeds the standard of fineness.

Example Sentences

And how in the first place do you want to live in a better country when you yourself aren’t trying to be that betterness, when you’re willingly surrendering your right to shape that country?

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What does betterness mean?

Betterness means (uncountable) The state or quality of being better; superiority..

What is a synonym for betterness?

The closest synonym depends on the sentence and intended sense.

What is the opposite of betterness?

Possible antonyms include worseness.

How do you use betterness in a sentence?

And how in the first place do you want to live in a better country when you yourself aren’t trying to be that betterness, when you’re willingly surrendering your right to shape that country?

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