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Reformist

One who advocates reform (of an institution).

📖 Definitions of "Reformist"

noun
  1. 1

    One who advocates reform (of an institution).

  2. 2

    Specifically, one who advocates reform of society and the gradual accumulation of small changes, as opposed to revolutionary action.

  3. 3

    (17th C.) An advocate of reform in the Church of England; a Reformer.

  4. 4

    (18th century) An advocate or supporter of political reform in the United Kingdom. (Common from ca 1790 to 1830.)

adjective
  1. 1

    Advocating reform of an institution or body.

  2. 2

    Specifically, advocating reform and the gradual accumulation of small changes, as opposed to revolutionary action.

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