reformed

[ri-fawrmd]

adjective

1. amended by removal of faults, abuses, etc.

2. improved in conduct, morals, etc.

3. (initial capital letter),  noting or pertaining to Protestant churches, especially Calvinist as distinguished from Lutheran.

Reformed

/ rɪˈfɔːmd /

adjective

1. of or designating a Protestant Church, esp the Calvinist as distinct from the Lutheran

2. of or designating Reform Judaism

Other Word Forms

• reformedly adverb
• pseudoreformed adjective
• quasi-reformed adjective
• unreformed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of reformed¹

First recorded in 1555–65; reform + -ed ²

Example Sentences

"Reformed multilateralism is also the call of the day. In the current environment, there is clearly the imperative of maintaining and enhancing stability in the global economy as well," he added.

From BBC

Only a few of the country's religious groups have adopted policies that are more favourable towards the community, among them the Dutch Reformed Church and the Methodist Church of Southern Africa.

From BBC

Orthodox Jews in the neighborhood favored Trump, while more of her Reformed Jewish friends opted for Harris.

From Los Angeles Times

A recurring line from “First Reformed” feels like a precis for all of these: Will God forgive us?

From New York Times

He also joined the associated denomination, the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches.

From Salon

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