Synonyms of REFORMATIONS

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

   • REFORMATION16

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

   • REFORMATION16

   Also: protestant reformation.

3. rescuing from error and returning to a rightful course

   • RECLAMATION15
   • REFORMATION16