Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reform

verb

/rɪˈfɔːrm/

Definition

To make changes in order to improve something, especially a social, political, or economic system.

Examples

The government plans to reform the healthcare system to provide better services.
She hopes to reform her study habits to achieve better grades.
Many activists are calling for reforms in the criminal justice system.

Meaning

Reform refers to the process of improving something through changes and adjustments, often implemented in organized systems like governments, education, or industry.