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redecoration

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˌriːdɛkəˈreɪʃən/

KK: /ˌriːdɛkəˈreɪʃən/

noun
Definition

The process of changing the appearance of a room or space by adding new decorations or furniture.


Example

After years of living in the same place, they decided it was time for a redecoration to freshen things up.


Conversation
Sloth A
I’ve been thinking about some redecoration for my living room.
Sloth B
That sounds exciting! What do you have in mind?
Sloth A
I want to change the color and maybe add some new art.
Sloth B
Great idea! A fresh look can really make a difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
renovation
restoration
makeover
Antonyms
dilapidation
neglect
degradation
Root Explanation

Redecoration → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "decoration" (from Latin "decoratio", meaning to adorn or embellish). The word "redecoration" means the act of decorating again or renewing the decoration of a space.

Memory Tip

Think of 'decorating again' — 're-' means again, and 'decoration' refers to adorning a space.

Visually Confused Words
dedecoration
decoration
prodecoration
recordation
predeclaration
overdecoration
predeication
preadoration
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