reform
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/rɪˈfɔrm/
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/rɪˈfɔːm/
improvement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reform' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'reformare,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'formare' meant 'to form.'
Historical Evolution
'reformare' transformed into the Old French word 'reformer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'reform' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to form again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to improve or amend.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the improvement or amendment of what is wrong, corrupt, or unsatisfactory.
The government introduced a series of reforms to improve the education system.
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