reform

Meaning

Make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.

The action of reforming an institution or practice; improvement or amendment.

To make changes to improve something, usually a system, law, or practice.

Example Sentences

Reform in the education system was a priority.

Reform strengthens governance systems.

The government plans to reform the healthcare system.

Example Expressions

reform school

Synonyms

improvement, modification, amendment, revision, restructuring, transformation, improve, amend, reorganize, change, transform

Entry 1

improvement, modification

Entry 2

improvement, amendment, revision, modification, restructuring, transformation

Entry 3

improve, amend, reorganize, change, transform

Antonyms

decline, stagnation, deterioration, corruption, regression, decay, corrupt, worsen, damage

Entry 1

decline, stagnation

Entry 2

deterioration, corruption, regression, decline, stagnation, decay

Entry 3

corrupt, worsen, damage

Collocations

reform system, reform policy, reform movement, social reform