What part of speech is “better”
Noun
Definition:
as a noun, 'better' can be used to refer to the person or thing that is superior in a given context.
Examples:
Of the two options, the better should be obvious.
Tips:
When used as a noun, 'better' often appears in the phrase 'the better of the two' to specify what it is being compared to.
Adjective
Definition:
as an adjective, 'better' is the comparative form of 'good,' and it is used to describe something that is more desirable, satisfactory, or effective than another.
Examples:
This book is better than the one I read last week.
She is a better swimmer than her brother.
The better team won the game.
Tips:
'Better' is irregular; do not use it as 'more good.' Avoid using 'better' to compare more than two things; for that, the word 'best' is appropriate.
Verb
Definition:
as a verb, 'better' means to improve or surpass.
Examples:
She bettered her previous score in the exam.
He is trying to better himself by taking online courses.
They aim to better their previous sales records.
Tips:
'Better' as a verb is often used in a context where improvement or surpassing is clearly indicated.
Adverb
Definition:
as an adverb, 'better' modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb to indicate something is done in a superior manner compared to another.
Rules:
'Better' can be used to describe how well someone does something compared to another.
Examples:
She sings better than I do.
He runs better than he swims.
You could have handled the situation better.
Tips:
When used as an adverb, 'better' doesn't require 'than,' but the comparison is usually understood.