re-formed
re-formed — verb
- re-formedpresent simple I / you / we / they
- re-formeds3rd person singular
- re-formeding-ing form
- re-formededpast simple
1. to bring a group, organization, or physical substance back into existence after
to bring a group, organization, or physical substance back into existence after it had ended, dispersed, or lost its original shape; or for something to take shape once more on its own
After the earthquake, the community group re-formed to help rebuild local homes.
re-form + to-infinitive (purpose)
Liang re-formed the study group each semester, bringing in students from different departments.
re-form + noun phrase (transitive)
As the lava cooled, the rocky crust re-formed over the volcanic vent.
The orchestra was re-formed three years after the fire destroyed their rehearsal space.
The ice crystals re-formed on the window as the temperature dropped below zero.
- regroup
more specific to people or forces that scatter and come back together
- reconstitute
more formal; often used for committees, boards, or official bodies
- reassemble
emphasizes the physical act of coming together again
文法句型
re-form + noun phrase
re-form (no object)
be re-formed
用法筆記
The hyphen is essential to distinguish this verb from the unrelated verb 'reform' (to improve or correct). This sense is common when talking about bands, committees, military units, or natural substances like crystals and rock.
常見錯誤
re-formed — adjective
1. describing a group, organization, or structure that has been created or organize
describing a group, organization, or structure that has been created or organized again after being ended, destroyed, or dispersed
The re-formed choir gave their first concert at the town hall last Saturday.
attributive: re-formed + noun (group)
After months of talks, the re-formed committee published a new set of safety rules.
Imani walked into the re-formed classroom, which now had round tables instead of rows of desks.
With a new name and logo, the re-formed band released their first album in five years.
The re-formed alliance brought together five organizations to address the water crisis.
- reconstituted
more formal; emphasizes the official re-establishment of a body
- reassembled
highlights the physical bringing together of members
- recreated
broader; can refer to anything made anew
- dissolved
officially ended
用法筆記
The hyphen is critical: 're-formed' (with hyphen) means 'formed again', while 'reformed' (without hyphen) means 'improved' or 'changed for the better'. Used attributively before a noun, or after a linking verb.