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Having been changed from an original form
“After a series of therapy sessions and self-reflection, he became a reformed man, leaving his troubled past behind.”
Changed for the better in behavior
“After attending years of therapy, John has reformed his harmful habits and become a kind, compassionate person.”
To have become something different
To have contributed in some way to
Past tense for to make changes in something in order to improve it
“She set out to reform the economy, which she did with great success.”
Past tense for to relinquish a self-destructive lifestyle or behavior
“Convicted criminals must be given proper incentives to reform.”
Past tense for to correct or amend a mistake or undesirable situation
Past tense for to revamp something to make it look new again
Past tense for to change another's belief, especially regarding religion
Past tense for to improve in state, especially from a previously bad condition
Past tense for to modify, especially so as to better fit a given purpose or circumstance
Past tense for to feel or express sincere regret or remorse about one's wrongdoing or sin
Past tense for to deprive an established church, military squadron, operations base, etc of its official status
Past tense for to repeat something that has already been said
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