Heaps better, more, older, etc.

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adverb

Used to emphasize that something is much better, more, older, etc.

I feel heaps better today than yesterday.
Visual representation of "heaps better, more, older, etc." - Used to emphasize that something is much better, more, older, etc.

Often appears as...

  • heaps better
  • heaps more

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Informal

Colloquial

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Colloquial Emphasis

Use 'heaps' in informal speech when you want to stress the high degree of something.

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After the workshop, I understand the concepts heaps better.
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Cultural Usage

'Heaps' is common in Australian and UK English but could be less understood in America.

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She's heaps older than me, almost like my aunt!
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Emotional Tone

Adding 'heaps' can convey positive emotions like enthusiasm or relief.

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I'm heaps relieved we finished the project on time.
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