What does renovate mean?
Renovate means (transitive) To renew; to revamp something to make it look new again..
Renovate
/ˈɹɛ.nəʊ.veɪt/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To renew; to revamp something to make it look new again..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To renew; to revamp something to make it look new again.
- (transitive) To restore to freshness or vigor.
- (obsolete, as a participle and participial adjective) renovated
Example Sentences
This house is shabby: it needs renovating.
All shall relent Who hear me—tears as mine have flowed, shall flow, Hearts beat as mine now beats, with such intent As renovates the world; a will omnipotent! […] And power shall then abound, and hope arise once more.
Synonyms for renovate
Antonyms for renovate
Related Words
Word Forms
- renovates
- renovating
- renovated
- more renovate
- most renovate
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for renovate?
Common synonyms include restitute, refurbish, freshen up.
What is the opposite of renovate?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use renovate in a sentence?
This house is shabby: it needs renovating.
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