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redecorated

 

[ riˈdɛkəˌreɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

home improvement

The term 'redecorated' refers to the process of updating or changing the decor of a space, typically a room or a house. This can involve painting walls, changing furniture, or altering decorations to achieve a fresh look. It is often done to refresh the ambiance of a space, make it more functional, or accommodate new tastes. Redecorating can be a simple task involving minimal changes, or it can be extensive, involving the complete overhaul of a room's appearance.

Synonyms

refreshed, renovated, restyled, revamped, transformed

Examples of usage

  • She redecorated her living room with soft colors.
  • After the holidays, we decided to have the kitchen redecorated.
  • The office was redecorated to create a more inviting atmosphere.
  • He redecorated his bedroom for a more modern feel.

Translations

Translations of the word "redecorated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 redecorado

🇮🇳 पुनः सजाया हुआ

🇩🇪 umgestaltet

🇮🇩 didekorasi ulang

🇺🇦 перемебльований

🇵🇱 przeprojektowany

🇯🇵 再装飾された

🇫🇷 redécoré

🇪🇸 redecorado

🇹🇷 yeniden dekore edilmiş

🇰🇷 재장식된

🇸🇦 معاد تزيينه

🇨🇿 zrekonstruován

🇸🇰 zrekonštruovaný

🇨🇳 重新装饰的

🇸🇮 preurejen

🇮🇸 endurskapaður

🇰🇿 қайта безендірілген

🇬🇪 განახლებული

🇦🇿 yenidən bəzədilmiş

🇲🇽 redecorado

Etymology

The word 'redecorated' is derived from the prefix 're-', which comes from Latin and means to do again, and the root word 'decorate', originating from the Latin 'decorare', meaning to embellish or make beautiful. The term began to be used in English around the early 19th century during a time of rising interest in interior design and aesthetic home improvement. Initially, decoration was associated with fine arts like painting, sculpture, and the adornment of public buildings; however, as styles evolved, the concept expanded to include the personal spaces of individuals. The increasing availability of decorative materials and the influence of various design movements led to the modern understanding of redecorating as a common practice among homeowners.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,968 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.