reformation meaning and definition

REFORMATION noun

Definition of reformation (noun)

1. 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
2. a religious movement of the 16th century that began as an attempt to reform the Roman Catholic Church and resulted in the creation of Protestant churches
   • synonyms: Protestant Reformation
3. rescuing from error and returning to a rightful course
   • "the reclamation of delinquent children"
   • synonyms: reclamation