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Reform (Noun)

Meaning 1

Self-improvement in behavior or morals by abandoning some vice; "the family rejoiced in the drunkard's reform".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The addict's journey to recovery was marked by a slow but steady reform, as she gradually kicked her old habits and replaced them with healthier ones.
  • He was a changed man after prison, having undergone a remarkable reform and vowing to leave his life of crime behind.
  • The once rebellious teenager underwent a surprising reform after becoming a father, suddenly taking responsibility for his actions and becoming a model citizen.
  • After years of struggling with addiction, the musician attributed his successful comeback to his reform, crediting his newfound sobriety with revitalizing his creativity.
  • The community rallied around the reformed thief, giving him a second chance after he turned himself in and expressed a genuine desire to make amends for his past wrongdoings.

Hypernyms

  • Self-reformation

Related Words

  • Reform (verb)

Meaning 2

A change for the better as a result of correcting abuses; "justice was for sale before the reform of the law courts".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The education reform aimed to improve the quality of teaching and learning in schools.
  • The tax reform brought significant benefits to low-income individuals and families.
  • The electoral reform commission was established to ensure free and fair elections.
  • The healthcare reform expanded coverage to millions of previously uninsured citizens.
  • The prison reform sought to address issues of overcrowding and rehabilitation.

Hyponyms

  • Moralisation

Related Words

  • Reform (verb)

Meaning 3

A campaign aimed to correct abuses or malpractices; "the reforms he proposed were too radical for the politicians".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Hypernyms

  • Cause
  • Effort
  • Movement
  • Drive
  • Crusade

Related Words

  • Reform (verb)
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