better-off

See also: better off

English

Adjective

better-off

  1. Alternative spelling of better off.
    Only the better-off nations can afford to send probes into space.

Usage notes

  • This spelling is often preferred for attributive use (before a noun) and to avoid associating the off with a following word. It is often less preferred in predicative use (after is).

Antonyms

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