Definition & Meaning of "reformation"in English

Reformation

NOUN

rescuing from error and returning to a rightful course

Grammatical Information

Animacy status

Abstract

Composition

Compound

Uncountable

singular

not gender specific

Plural form

reformations

a transformative 16th-century movement challenging and reforming practices within Christianity, leading to the establishment of Protestant denominations

Examples

The Reformation, sparked by Martin Luther's Ninety-Five Theses, questioned and redefined religious practices in Christianity.

improvement (or an intended improvement) in the existing form or condition of institutions or practices etc.; intended to make a striking change for the better in social or political or religious affairs