Reform Definition & Meaning
reform
- noun
- a change for the better as a result of correcting abuses; "justice was for sale before the reform of the law courts"
- a campaign aimed to correct abuses or malpractices; "the reforms he proposed were too radical for the politicians"
- self-improvement in behavior or morals by abandoning some vice; "the family rejoiced in the drunkard's reform"
- verb
- make changes for improvement in order to remove abuse and injustices; "reform a political system"
- bring, lead, or force to abandon a wrong or evil course of life, conduct, and adopt a right one; "The Church reformed me"; "reform your conduct"
- produce by cracking; "reform gas"
- break up the molecules of; "reform oil"
- improve by alteration or correction of errors or defects and put into a better condition; "reform the health system in this country"
- change for the better; "The lazy student promised to reform"; "the habitual cheater finally saw the light"
"Reform" in song lyrics
See how reform is used in real songs:
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"And how can you really believe in reform"
Aztlan Underground — Lemon Pledge -
"By the walkin bomb, that'll blow up and reform"
Da Beatminerz f/ Lord Tariq, Royce the 5-9 — Intro/Live & Direct/Brace 4 Impak -
"But I was blessed, beat the case, now I'm tryna reform"
Murs — Yesterday
Words that rhyme with reform
Usage tips for "reform"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "reform" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for reform to find words that pair well.