Verbs of Making and Changing - Verbs for Positive Change

to fix a mistake or problem

to make something right when it was previously incorrect, improper, or defective

to make something correct

to change something in order to make it better

to fix something that is damaged, broken, or not working properly

to examine, repair, and make significant improvements or changes to something

to fix something that is damaged or broken so it can work or be used again

to correct or improve a situation

to make changes or additions to a document, law, contract, or similar text in order to correct or update it

to make something steady and prevent it from fluctuating

to change something in a significant or fundamental way

to update or improve something

to prepare something for use, often by improving its condition or appearance

to better or increase someone or something's quality, strength, value, etc.

to improve a machine, computer system, etc. in terms of efficiency, standards, etc.

to make a person or thing better

to develop from a simple form to a more complex or sophisticated one over an extended period

to develop into a more advanced or improved stage

to make something have more of a good quality

to make something as excellent or flawless as possible

to enhance the quality of something, particularly by adding something to it

to change and become stronger or more advanced

to become greater in size, amount, number, or quality

to make something work at its best by improving how it functions or performs

to perfect or improve something, such as a skill or ability

to make very precise adjustments, usually small ones, to improve or perfect something

to make something, particularly something unpleasant or unsatisfactory, better or more bearable

to enhance or make better, especially in terms of mood or situation