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BETTER

[ˈbeɾə]

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective, adverb, verb

B 3/4
E 1/1
T 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1
R 1/1

Definition of BETTER

noun

An entity, usually animate, deemed superior to another; one who has a claim to precedence; a superior.

"He quickly found Ali his better in the ring."

adjective

Greater in amount or quantity

adjective

(of people)

adjective

(of capabilities)

adjective

(properties and qualities)

adjective

In good health.

"I had been sick, but now I'm well."

adjective

Good, content.

"“How are you?” — “I'm well, thank you!”"

adjective

Prudent; good; well-advised.

Synonyms of BETTER

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of BETTER

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Examples of BETTER in a Sentence

  • "He quickly found Ali his better in the ring."
  • "I had been sick, but now I'm well."
  • "“How are you?” — “I'm well, thank you!”"
  • "He does his job well."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is BETTER a Scrabble Word?

Yes, BETTER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: BETTER uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for BETTER

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter better Total
Scrabble 311111 8
WWF 411111 9

How to Use BETTER in Word Games

BETTER is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BETTER is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble BETTER to find 25 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BETTER

What does BETTER mean?
BETTER is a noun. An entity, usually animate, deemed superior to another; one who has a claim to precedence; a superior.
Is BETTER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BETTER is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BETTER worth in Scrabble?
BETTER is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BETTER?
You can make 25 words from the letters in BETTER. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of BETTER?
Synonyms of BETTER include: accomplished, all right, decent, not bad, satisfactory, well. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.