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The correct spelling is reformed.
How to pronounce reformed
verb
Say it like: Ref-orm-ed
The correct spelling is reformed. 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 For example: "1909, H. G. Wells, The History of Mr. Polly Chapter 9"
Usage Examples
“1909, H. G. Wells, The History of Mr. Polly Chapter 9”
“It is hoped that many criminals, upon being freed, will eventually reform.”
“The regiment reformed after surviving the first attack.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.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
- 2.To return to a good state; to amend or correct one's own character or habits
- 3.To form again or in a new configuration.
adjective
- 1.Corrected; amended; restored to purity or excellence; said, specifically, of the whole body of Protestant churches originating in the Reformation, or, in a more restricted sense, of those who separated from Martin Luther on the doctrine of consubstantiation, etc., and carried the Reformation, as they claimed, to a higher point.
- 2.Amended in character and life.
- 3.(of an officer) Retained in service on half or full pay after the disbandment of the company or troop.
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