The term REVISE FOR THE BETTER can be broken down into two crossword solutions, HONE (4 letters) and AMEND (5 letters). HONE means to sharpen or refine something, while AMEND means to change something for the better. Together, these two words suggest that one should take the time to refine and improve something in order to make it better. This could refer to anything from a piece of writing to a skill or even a relationship.