REFORM

verb

Synonyms

amend; correct; emend; rectify; mend; repair; better; improve; restore; reclaim.

Definition

To put into a new and improved form or condition; to restore to a former good state, or bring from bad to good; to change from worse to better; to amend; to correct; as, to reform a profligate man; to reform corrupt manners or morals. The example alone of a vicious prince will corrupt an age; but that of a good one will not reform it. Swift.

Other Definitions

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REFORM (noun)

Amendment of what is defective, vicious, corrupt, or depraved; reformation; as, reform of elections; reform of government. Civil service reform. See u...

Added: October 09, 2025 Updated: October 09, 2025

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