All the better, harder, etc.
adverb
Much more good, effective, or useful, because of something that has happened or something you have done.
If he can bring some extra funding to the project, so much the better.
Often appears as...
- so much the better
- all the better for
Usage tips
Idiomatic
adverb
With greater effort or intensity. Used to suggest that an action or quality increases or should increase.
If we work harder, our chance to win will be all the better.
Often appears as...
- work all the harder
- strive all the better
adverb
Much more good, effective, or useful, because of something that has happened or something you have done.
If he can bring some extra funding to the project, so much the better.
Often appears as...
- so much the better
- all the better for
Usage tips
Idiomatic
adverb
With greater effort or intensity. Used to suggest that an action or quality increases or should increase.
If we work harder, our chance to win will be all the better.
Often appears as...
- work all the harder
- strive all the better
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Positive Reinforcement
Used to emphasize a benefit or bonus when an action has a favorable outcome.
She studied daily, and her English improved all the better for it.
Pro Tip 2/3Regarding Improvements
Typically applies when something is already good and gets even better.
The app was useful, and with the new update, it's all the better.
Pro Tip 3/3Adding Value
Can also express that an additional factor will increase something's value or quality.
If the shoes are comfortable and stylish, that's all the better.
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