reform
Translation
to reform, to improve, to amend
Examples
The government plans to reform the tax system.
The government plans to reform the tax system.
He promised to reform his bad habits.
He promised to reform his bad habits.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to improve or change (sth.) The party promised to reform the healthcare system.
Similar Words
Synonyms: improve, amend, restructure; Antonyms: corrupt, worsen
Etymology
From the prefix 're-' (again) and 'form' (to shape). Literally, 'to shape again'.
Memory Tips
Think of 're-forming' something, like clay, to make it better.