Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

renovate

verb
/ˈrɛnəˌveɪt/
Definition
To restore something to a good state of repair or to make it new again.
Examples
  • They plan to renovate their old house next summer.
  • The school received a grant to renovate its science labs.
  • She decided to renovate her kitchen to make it more functional.
Meaning
Renovate means to improve or refresh a building, room, or object, often to make it safer or more aesthetically pleasing.
Synonyms
  • Refurbish
  • Restore
  • Revamp
  • Upgrade