The difference between Reform and Reformation
When used as nouns, reform means the change of something that is defective, broken, inefficient or otherwise negative, in order to correct or improve it, whereas reformation means an improvement (or an intended improvement) in the existing form or condition of institutions or practices, etc.
Reform is also verb with the meaning: to put into a new and improved form or condition.
check bellow for the other definitions of Reform and Reformation
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Reform as a noun:
The change of something that is defective, broken, inefficient or otherwise negative, in order to correct or improve it
Examples:
"The elections need to undergo a serious reform."
"A major reform is needed to improve the efficiency in the factory."
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Reform as a verb (transitive):
To put into a new and improved form or condition; to restore to a former good state, or bring from bad to good; to change from worse to better
Examples:
"to reform a profligate man; to reform corrupt manners or morals; to reform a criminal"
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Reform as a verb (intransitive):
To return to a good state; to amend or correct one's own character or habits
Examples:
"It is hoped that many criminals, upon being freed, will eventually reform."
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Reform as a verb (transitive, intransitive):
To form again or in a new configuration.
Examples:
"This product contains reformed meat."
"The regiment reformed after surviving the first attack."
"The pop group reformed for one final tour."
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Reformation as a noun:
An 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, political or religious affairs or in the conduct of persons or operation of organizations.
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Reformation as a noun (law):
Change or correction, by a court in equity, to a written instrument to conform to the original intention of the parties.