To reform
Example: The government decided to reform the old education system.
Definition
"To reform" means to make changes to something, especially a system, organization, or law, in order to improve it or correct faults. It often refers to efforts aimed at creating positive social, political, or institutional improvements, as in reforming an education system.
Etymology
The word "to reform" comes from the Latin 'reformare,' meaning 'to shape again' or 'to change.' It entered English in the late Middle Ages, initially used in religious contexts referring to correcting moral or doctrinal errors. Over time, its use expanded to include broader social and political changes.
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"To reform" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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