reformatory

[rɪˈfɔːmətəri]

reformatory Definition

a place where young people who have committed crimes are sent to be taught how to behave well.

Using reformatory: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reformatory" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was sent to a reformatory for stealing a car.

  • Example

    The government is planning to build more reformatories to reduce juvenile crime.

  • Example

    She works as a counselor in a reformatory for troubled teens.

reformatory Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for reformatory

  • rehabilitation center
  • juvenile detention center
  • youth correctional facility
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Summary: reformatory in Brief

A 'reformatory' [rɪˈfɔːmətəri] is a place where young people who have committed crimes are sent to be taught how to behave well. It is also known as a 'rehabilitation center' or 'juvenile detention center.' Examples of usage include 'He was sent to a reformatory for stealing a car,' and 'She works as a counselor in a reformatory for troubled teens.'