Usage Note
Réforme typically refers to an institutional or political change intended to improve a system, such as une réforme scolaire ('an education reform'). The verb réformer means 'to reform', and réformateur is the noun for a reformer. In military contexts, réforme can also mean discharge from service.
Examples
"Le gouvernement a annoncé une grande réforme."
Natural Translation
The government announced a major reform.
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