Reformed

/rɪˈfɔrmd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

Past tense of 'reform', meaning to make changes in order to improve.

The committee reformed the policies to promote greater transparency.

adjective

Improved or amended in behavior, character, or condition.

After years of struggling with addiction, he is now a reformed man committed to helping others.

Pertaining to or characterized by a religious reform movement, especially known as the Protestant Reformation.

The reformed church emphasizes the authority of the Scriptures.

From the Latin 'reformare', meaning 'to form again'.

reformed character

A person who has improved themselves, often after a troubled past.

reformed alcoholic

An individual who has overcome alcohol dependency.

reform

A change intended to improve a system or practice.

reformation

The act of reforming or the process of being reformed.

Reformed junkie

He's a reformed junkie, focusing on his recovery.

Reformed player

After settling down, he's now a reformed player.