reform
word
ri-FORM
ri-FAWM
Definition
To make changes to something (like laws, organizations, or practices) to improve it. As a noun, 'reform' is the process of making these improvements.
Usage & Nuances
'Reform' is often formal or used in business, politics, or education (e.g., 'education reform', 'tax reform'). As a verb, it focuses on positive change. Don’t confuse with 'transform' (which means complete change, not just improvement).
Spanish: reforma - reformarPortuguese (BR): reforma - reformarPortuguese (PT): reforma - reformarChinese (Simplified): 改革 - 改良Chinese (Traditional): 改革 - 改良Hindi: सुधार - सुधार करनाArabic: إصلاح - يُصلِحBengali: পুনর্গঠন - সংস্কারRussian: реформа - реформироватьJapanese: 改革Vietnamese: cải cáchKorean: 개혁Turkish: reform - ıslahatUrdu: اصلاحIndonesian: reformasi
Example Sentences
She tries to reform her bad habits.
basic
"Tax reform is overdue," said the economist.
natural
After the new laws passed, the whole system began to reform.
natural
He needs to reform his attitude if he wants to keep his job.
natural
The government wants to reform the health system.
basic
Many people supported the education reform.
basic