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reforms Synonyms & Antonyms

/ɹɪˈfɔɹmz/

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Common synonyms for reforms are amendment, correction and rectification.

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Reforms as a Noun

1

plural of reform

2

The change of something that is defective, broken, inefficient or otherwise negative, in order to correct or improve it

A major reform is needed to improve the efficiency in the factory.

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Reforms as a Verb

1

third-person singular simple present indicative of reform

2

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

1909, H. G. Wells, The History of Mr. Polly Chapter 9

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3

To return to a good state; to amend or correct one's own character or habits

It is hoped that many criminals, upon being freed, will eventually reform.

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4

To form again or in a new configuration.

The regiment reformed after surviving the first attack.

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Reforms in a Sentence

A major reform is needed to improve the efficiency in the factory.

1909, H. G. Wells, The History of Mr. Polly Chapter 9

It is hoped that many criminals, upon being freed, will eventually reform.

The regiment reformed after surviving the first attack.

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Word Facts for Reforms

Part of speechnoun, verb
Pronunciation/ɹɪˈfɔɹmz/
Meaningplural of reform
Synonymsamendment, correction and rectification

Frequently Asked Questions About Reforms

Is reforms a noun or a verb?

Reforms is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.

What is a synonym for reforms as a noun?

As a noun, synonyms for reforms include amendment, correction, rectification and reformation.

What is a synonym for reforms as a verb?

As a verb, synonyms for reforms include amend, better, correct and improve.

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