reformed
reformed is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, reformed is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofreformed
- 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
Example: "1909, H. G. Wells, The History of Mr. Polly Chapter 9"
- To return to a good state; to amend or correct one's own character or habits
Example: "It is hoped that many criminals, upon being freed, will eventually reform."
- To form again or in a new configuration.
Example: "The regiment reformed after surviving the first attack."
- 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.
- Amended in character and life.
Example: "a reformed gambler or drunkard"
- (of an officer) Retained in service on half or full pay after the disbandment of the company or troop.
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