refurbishment

noun

Definition of refurbishmentnext
as in rehabilitation

Related Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of refurbishment To accomplish that, the family partnered with Fabrizio Cocchi Studio on a refurbishment that feels more restorative than transformative. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 July 2026 The expansion of fabrics is part of an ongoing refurbishment and reorganization of the store to reflect new trends and changing shopping patterns. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 23 July 2026 Starship is designed for full reusability, with both Super Heavy and Ship capable of returning to their launch site for landing and refurbishment, which means making sure there's enough fuel in the tank to make the journey back. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 16 July 2026 California’s Disneyland reopened one of its most iconic rides following a refurbishment, bringing the beloved attraction back with groundbreaking, next-generation technology. — Carly Caramanna, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026 The refurbishment of Freedom Plaza was part of the administration’s beautification projects, which included repairing fountains in the district and renovating the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. — David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 3 July 2026 China is nearing a key decision point, in which refurbishment of its steel sectors could lock in the high-emissions industry’s carbon output for more than a decade, a top expert noted. — Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 30 June 2026 LondonReuters — King Charles will not live at Buckingham Palace after its 10-year refurbishment finishes next year, royal officials said on Thursday, ending nearly two centuries of the central London landmark serving as the British monarch’s primary residence. — CNN Money, 26 June 2026 Around $487 million (£370 million) is being spent on the London landmark as part of a 10-year refurbishment plan. — Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 26 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refurbishment
  1. rehabilitation
  2. renovation
  3. restoration
  4. remodeling
  5. reclamation
  6. reconstruction
  7. rehab
  8. facelift
Noun
  • Before the latest headlines, Combs had been reportedly on his best behavior; with the legal team consistently praised him for working in the chapel library and participating in a drug rehabilitation program.
    — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026
  • District attorneys, law enforcement officials and community leaders at a Tuesday press conference voiced opposition to a bill that would implement rehabilitation programs for people who commit theft offenses.
    — Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of rehabilitation
Noun
  • The building and the theater’s auditorium underwent a massive renovation in 2019.
    — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026
  • That inspiring sense of place still feels palpable, thanks to a sensitive expansion and renovation.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 July 2026
Definition of renovation
Noun
  • Del Toro returned to Cannes Film Festival earlier this year to debut a 4K restoration of the film, which was met with several minutes of applause.
    — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 25 July 2026
  • Within hours, school district officials brought in dozens of people from Servpro, a cleanup and restoration company, who began using hoses to siphon water out of the main entrance of the Palm into the parking lot.
    — Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2026
Definition of restoration
Noun
  • The pair is busy with the remodeling of the building that’s going to be the home for their new restaurant and are excited to share a part of African cuisine with the Keller community.
    — Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026
  • The Fox was taken over by a consortium of filmmakers led by Jason Reitman, who is working on remodeling the venue and has opened it to screenings this summer in advance of the remodeling as the Director’s Village.
    — Pat Saperstein, Variety, 21 July 2026
Definition of remodeling
Noun
  • In Chaplin, a $1,938,092 project on Lynch Road and Chewink Road will repair intersection drainage and surface reclamation.
    — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 25 July 2026
  • Instead of operating only for financial gain, this expert acquaintance has higher-minded aims, namely the reclamation of a prize once bestowed upon a famous athlete.
    — Niela Orr, Vulture, 20 July 2026
Definition of reclamation
Noun
  • The crash remains under investigation and is currently being handled by the police department’s crash reconstruction unit.
    — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 25 July 2026
  • One person said the sneakers came recommended by their surgeon after undergoing major foot reconstruction surgery.
    — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026
Definition of reconstruction
Noun
  • The team said Aiyuk stopped showing up to the team’s facility for his rehab sessions before ultimately not playing a snap last season, a year removed from tearing his ACL and MCL in his right knee in October 2024.
    — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 24 July 2026
  • Players on the active/PUP list cannot practice but can attend team meetings and rehab with the athletic training staff on the sideline.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
Definition of rehab
Noun
  • Paola Berreti had sought to remove excess fat around her knees, while Maria Cantone went in for a facelift.
    — Ella Moore July 23, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026
  • Rosie O’Donnell went back and forth on getting a facelift, and the price tag had something to do with it.
    — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 21 July 2026
Definition of facelift

Browse Nearby Words

refurbishing
refurbishment
refurbishments
See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Refurbishment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refurbishment. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

Copy Citation
Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

Listen to the pronunciation of comely

See Definitions and Examples »

Popular in Grammar & Usage

See More

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

Why does English have so many silent letters?

Your vs. You're: How to Use Them Correctly
See More

Popular in Wordplay

See More

Dutch Treat and French Leave: Eight Place-Based Compounds

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Longest Long Words List

The Words of the Week - Jul. 31

Even More Bird Names that Sound Like Insults (and Sometimes Are)
See More

Popular

See More

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

Dutch Treat and French Leave: Eight Place-Based Compounds

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of
See More

Games & Quizzes

See All
Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
Play Blossom: Solve today's spelling word game by finding as many words as you can using just 7 letters. Longer words score more points.
Blossom Pick the best words!
Play Missing Letter: a crossword with a twist. Each of the 25 puzzle words start with a different letter of the alphabet. Which letter is missing?
The Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
chain-question-mark
Missing Link Quiz July 2026 Five seconds to figure out the word that fits bot...
See All