Modify and Reform

Modify

Modify verb - To limit the meaning of (as a noun).

Reform is a synonym for modify in change topic. In some cases you can use "Reform" instead a verb "Modify", when it comes to topics like alter.

Reform

Reform verb - To remove errors, defects, deficiencies, or deviations from.
Usage example: he had better reform his ways if he wants any of us to trust him

Modify is a synonym for reform. Sometimes you can use "Modify" instead a verb "Reform".

Common collocations

character modify character reform character
life modify life reform life
part modify part reform part
body modify body reform body
Other words: race, system, time, world, behavior, powers, bodies, laws.
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