der Reformer
Translation
reformer
Examples
Martin Luther war ein großer Reformer.
Martin Luther was a great reformer.
Der neue Chef gilt als Reformer des Unternehmens.
The new boss is considered a reformer of the company.
Grammar Patterns
((von+3)) reformer of sth. He was a reformer of the education system.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Erneuerer (renewer), Neuerer (innovator). Antonyms: Konservativer (conservative).
Etymology
From the verb `reformieren` (to reform), which comes from Latin `reformare` ('to form again'), composed of `re-` ('again') + `formare` ('to form, shape').
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Reformer' as someone who wants to 're-form' a system, institution, or practice to improve it.