improve on
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Also seen as: improve upon
Meaning · English
To fix, make better or increase the quality of (something) in comparison to previous attempts; to contribute to an ongoing effort to improve (something).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “improve on” mean?
To fix, make better or increase the quality of (something) in comparison to previous attempts; to contribute to an ongoing effort to improve (something).
Is “improve on” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.