improve performance — get better results
collocationB1IELTS 5+neutralcommon
to make how well you do something better, especially in work, study, sports, or other activities.
Say it like a native
Textbook These measures will ameliorate operational outputs.
Native This will improve performance.
'Improve performance' is standard; 'ameliorate operational outputs' is jargon.
Pattern: improve (someone's/your) performance (in/on/at something)
In use
- She took extra classes to improve her performance in math.daily life
- In my opinion, regular exercise can really improve your performance at work because it helps you stay focused and energetic.IELTS speaking
Common mistake
✗ It improves to your performance.
✓ It improves your performance.
'Improve' takes the object directly — no 'to'.
Common collocations
improve performance— boost, significantly, athletic, overall
Don't confuse it
Don't confuse with 'improve appearance' (how something looks) or 'improve health' (becoming healthier).