redecorate

verb

re·​dec·​o·​rate (ˌ)rē-ˈde-kə-ˌrāt How to pronounce redecorate (audio)
redecorated; redecorating; redecorates
Synonyms of redecoratenext

transitive verb

: to freshen or change in appearance : refurbish

intransitive verb

: to freshen or change a decorative scheme
redecoration noun

Examples of redecorate in a Sentence

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Summer is the ideal time to think about redecorating your living room. Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 12 June 2026 Some of you will use this same favorable influence to redecorate and make your home look more attractive. Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 9 June 2026 Two of the best ways to harness this energy are to first redecorate your home — like looking for new furniture or a painting that fits perfectly on your wall — or instead to throw a sweet gathering for loved ones. Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026 It was remodeled and redecorated in 1963 when the castle became a hotel. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for redecorate

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1611, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Time Traveler
The first known use of redecorate was circa 1611

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“Redecorate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/redecorate. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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redecorate

verb
re·​dec·​o·​rate (ˈ)rē-ˈdek-ə-ˌrāt How to pronounce redecorate (audio)
: to freshen or change a decorative scheme
redecoration noun

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