renovation

• Nom désignant le processus d'amélioration d'un bâtiment, d'une pièce ou d'un objet par réparation, mise à jour ou restauration vers un meilleur état.

A noun referring to the process of improving a building, room, or object by repairing, renewing, or restoring it to a better condition.

1. Improvement by renewalB1formal

   The process of making something old or damaged look new again by repairing and updating it.

   rénovation

   • The kitchen renovation took three months to complete.
   • They are planning a full renovation of the historic building.
   • The renovation included new flooring and fresh paint.

   Synonymesoverhaulrefurbishmentrehabilitationrenewalrestoration

   Antonymesdamagedemolitiondeteriorationneglectruin

2. Restoration to good conditionB1formal

   The state of being brought back to a good, functional, or attractive condition after being worn or damaged.

   Rénovation (remise en état)

   • After the renovation, the house looked as good as new.
   • The renovation of the old theater was a community effort.
   • The building's renovation preserved its original charm.

   Synonymesoverhaulrefurbishmentrehabilitationrenewalrepairrestoration

   Antonymesdamagedecaydestructiondeteriorationneglectruin