reformation
Translation
reformation, improvement, The Reformation
Examples
The prison system is in need of reformation.
The prison system is in need of reformation.
The Reformation was a major movement in Western Christianity.
The Reformation was a major movement in Western Christianity.
Grammar Patterns
the reformation of ((sth.)) the act of improving (sth.) The reformation of the tax system is necessary.
Similar Words
Synonyms: improvement, restructuring, amendment
Etymology
From Latin 're-' (again) + 'formare' (to form). It means 'to form again'.
Memory Tips
Think of 're-forming' something to make it better.