单词 | self-reformation |
释义 | > as lemmasself-reformation self-reformation n. Brit. /ˌsɛlfrɛfəˈmeɪʃn/ , U.S. /ˌsɛlfˌrɛfərˈmeɪʃ(ə)n/ the action or process of voluntarily changing one's conduct or way of life for the better.ΚΠ 1613 Golden Meane 49 A remedy against self-unworthinesse; must be found out in a selfe-reformation; which being sincerely performed, the follyes of the past times belong not to the reformed. 1783 Whitehall Evening-post 14–16 Oct. Self-Reformation is as odious a task to corrupt assemblies of men, as it is to profligate individuals. 1892 J. Tait Mind in Matter 271 In self-reformation the vicious become wretched by their abstentions. 1940 Crisis June 173/2 Such self-reformation has been done by the French colonial administration better than any other colonizing power. 2016 Post (S. Afr.) (Nexis) 13 Jan. (E1 ed.) 2 Self-reformation and morality are vital components for a healthy society. < as lemmas |
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