reformist
Translation
reformist
Examples
The new leader is a known reformist.
The new leader is a known reformist.
They advocate for reformist policies.
They advocate for reformist policies.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) reformist a person who advocates reform He is a moderate reformist.
((reformist)) ((+ noun)) used as an adjective They proposed reformist policies.
Similar Words
Synonyms: progressive, innovator, improver; Antonyms: conservative, traditionalist
Etymology
From 'reform' + '-ist' (a person who does something). 'Reform' comes from Latin 're-' (again) + 'formare' (to form).
Memory Tips
Think of someone who wants to 're-form' the system. The '-ist' suffix indicates a person, like 'artist' or 'scientist'.