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   improve

   /ɪmˈpruːv/

   verb

   • 1. make or become better: "efforts to improve relations between the countries" Similar make betterbetterameliorateupgraderefineenhanceboostbuild onhelpraiserevampbrush uppolish upperk uptweakinformal:give a facelift torare:meliorateget betterbecome betteradvanceprogressdevelopmake headwaycome alongmake progresstake steps forwardpick uprallyperk upmake stridesinformal:look upOpposite worsenimpairworsendeteriorate
   • ▪ develop or increase in mental capacity by education or experience: "I subscribed to two magazines to improve my mind"
   • ▪ achieve or produce something better than: "they are trying to improve on the tired old style"

   Word Origin early 16th century (as emprowe or improwe): from Anglo-Norman French emprower (based on Old French prou ‘profit’, ultimately from Latin prodest ‘is of advantage’); -owe was changed to -ove under the influence of prove. The original sense was ‘make a profit, increase the value of’; subsequently ‘make greater in amount or degree’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. improvability noun
   • 2. improvable adjective
   • 3. improver noun

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionaryCambridge Free English Dictionary and Thesaurus

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   Sep 25, 2024 · Cambridge Dictionary - English dictionary, English-Spanish translation and British & American English audio pronunciation from Cambridge University Press.

3. www.indeed.com › career-advice › career-development10 Areas of Improvement for Managers (With Examples)

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   Oct 2, 2024 · It is useful for managers to self-reflect and identify areas where they might improve their strengths. In this article, we share 10 areas of improvement for managers to address, with examples to help support your own leadership endeavors.

4. positivepsychology.com › self-worthWhat is Self-Worth & How Do We Build it? (Incl. Worksheets)

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   Sep 22, 2024 · Think of any struggles, needs for improvement, mistakes, and bad habits you have, and commit to forgiving yourself and accepting yourself without judgment or excuses. Think about everything you learned about yourself in the first exercise and repeat these statements:

5. www.isixsigma.com › dmaic-methodology › what-dmaicWhat Is DMAIC?: Master Your Process Improvement - iSixSigma

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   Sep 26, 2024 · DMAIC refers to a data-driven quality strategy for improving processes and is an integral part of the company’s Six Sigma Quality Initiative. It is an acronym for five interconnected phases: Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control.

6. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › improve onImprove on Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Oct 2, 2024 · : to do better than (something previously done) After months of study, I improved on my original score. It'll be hard to improve upon the success they had last year. Examples of improve on/upon in a Sentence.

7. www.helpguide.org › relationships › communicationEffective Communication Improving Your Interpersonal Skills

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   Sep 25, 2024 · Want better communication skills? These tips will help you avoid misunderstandings, grasp the real meaning of what’s being communicated, and greatly improve your work and personal relationships.

8. www.themuse.com › advice › adaptability-skillsAdaptability Skills: Examples and How to Improve Yours

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   Sep 19, 2024 · Definition. Adaptability skills are traits that allow individuals to adjust to new circumstances, challenges, and environments effectively. These skills encompass the ability to change your behavior, thoughts, and actions in response to new or unexpected situations.