reform
verb
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- (transitive) To put into a new and improved form or condition; to restore to a former good state, or bring from bad to good; to change from worse to better.
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réformer
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reform
noun
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- The change of something that is defective, broken, inefficient or otherwise negative, in order to correct or improve it
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réforme
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reformism
noun
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- Any of several movements that promote reform
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réformisme
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Reformed
adjective
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- Of the Protestant movement typically associated with John Calvin, as separated from the Lutheran Church to pursue more extensive reformation.
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réformé
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reformation
noun
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- An improvement (or an intended improvement) in the existing form or condition of institutions or practices, etc.; intended to make a striking change for the better in social, political or religious affairs or in the conduct of persons or operation of organizations.
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réformation
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reformer
noun
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- One who reforms, or who works for reform.
- (historical, Christianity) One who was involved in the Reformation.
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réformateur
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Reformation
properNoun
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- (historical) The religious movement initiated in the 16th century against the Roman Catholic Church.
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Réformation,
Réforme,
réformation,
réforme protestante
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