reformatorisch
Translation
reformatory, of the Reformation
Examples
Er studierte reformatorische Schriften.
He studied reformatory writings.
Die reformatorische Bewegung breitete sich schnell aus.
The reformatory movement spread quickly.
Grammar Patterns
reformatorisch + Noun reformatory ... reformatorische Ideen
Similar Words
Synonyms: erneuernd (renewing), verbessernd (improving)
Etymology
Adjective form of 'Reformator' or 'Reformation'. The '-isch' suffix is common for creating adjectives in German (e.g., historisch, politisch).
Memory Tips
Connect it directly to 'Reformation'. If you see 'reformatorisch', think 'related to the Reformation' or 'related to reform'.