reform

US /rɪˈfɔːrm/
UK /rɪˈfɔːrm/
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1.

the improvement or amendment of what is wrong, corrupt, or unsatisfactory

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The government promised significant reform in the education system.
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Social reform movements gained momentum in the 19th century.
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improvementamendmentrectificationcorrectionreformation
1.

make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it

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The committee decided to reform the outdated policies.
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He vowed to reform the corrupt system.
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improveamendrectifycorrectremodel
2.

cause (someone) to change their behavior for the better

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The program aims to reform young offenders.
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He promised to reform his ways after being released from prison.
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rehabilitateregeneratemend one's waysturn over a new leaf