reformism

re·form·ist

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Definitions of reformism word

noun reformism a person who advocates or practices reform; reformer. 1
noun reformism a member of any reformed denomination. 1
adjective reformism Also, reformistic. of or belonging to a movement for reform. 1
uncountable noun reformism Reformism is the belief that a system or law should be reformed. 0
noun reformism a doctrine or movement advocating reform, esp political or religious reform, rather than abolition 0
noun reformism the practice or advocacy of reform, esp. political or social reform 0

before 1580

One of the 35% oldest English words

First recorded in 1580-90; reform + -ist

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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