reformist

American  

[ri-fawr-mist] / rɪˈfɔr mɪst /

noun

1. a person who advocates or practices reform; reformer.

2. a member of any reformed reformed denomination.

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adjective

1. Also reformistic. of or belonging to a movement for reform.

Other Word Forms

• antireformist noun
• reformism noun

Etymology

Origin of reformist

First recorded in 1580–90; reform + -ist

Example Sentences

This has brought in migrant workers from other regions, and also created an urban middle class which is more responsive to the reformist ideas of the progressive movement.

From BBC

Aged between 28 and 69, the group included democratically elected lawmakers and district councillors, as well as unionists, academics and others ranging from modest reformists to radical localists.

From Barron's

That has prompted many in the reformist camp to stake out much bolder positions against the regime, putting them at risk.

From The Wall Street Journal

But this senior official regarded as a reformist, who has tried to strike a conciliatory note since the start of the protests, also apologised for the government's shortcomings.

From BBC

It was also harder for the reformists to distinguish themselves on a single issue this time.

From BBC

Related Words

• forward-looking
• forward-thinking
• left
• left of center
• leftist
• liberal