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counterreformation

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coun·ter·ref·or·ma·tion  (kountr-rfr-mshn)
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A reformation intended to counter the consequences of a previous reformation.
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Noun1.counterreformation - a reformation intended to counter the results of a prior reformation
reformation - 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 or political or religious affairs
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