I . v. a.
1.
Amend, mend, better, meliorate, ameliorate, make better, rectify.
2.
Use, make use of, turn to account, avail one's self of.
3.
Make a good use of, turn to good account, employ advantageously, make productive.
II . v. n.
1.
Mend, gain, become better, get better, get on, gain ground, pick up.
2.
Make progress, take a step forward.
3.
( Com. ) Increase, rise, be enhanced.