betterness

Noun

(countable and uncountable, plural betternesses)

(uncountable) The state or quality of being better; superiority.
(countable) The result or product of being better.
(minting) The amount by which a precious metal exceeds the the standard of fineness.

Origin

From Middle English betternes, equivalent to better +‎ -ness.

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