Word
refurbishment
Phoneticsre·fur·bish·ment, stress on the second syllable
US/ɹiˈfɝbɪʃmənt/
UK/ɹɪfˈɜːbɪʃmənt/
Countable & uncountable
Definition
n. the process of cleaning, repairing, and improving a building or a piece of equipment to make it look new again.
n. the act of renovating or redecorating a structure or object to restore it to a functional or aesthetically pleasing condition.
Examples
“The hotel is closed for a major refurbishment.”
“After the refurbishment, the old library featured modern seating, faster internet, and a new café area.”
“The council approved a multi-million pound refurbishment of the historic theatre, ensuring that the original architectural details were preserved while updating the electrical systems.”
Examples
simple
“The hotel is closed for a major refurbishment.”
contextual
“After the refurbishment, the old library featured modern seating, faster internet, and a new café area.”
complex
“The council approved a multi-million pound refurbishment of the historic theatre, ensuring that the original architectural details were preserved while updating the electrical systems.”
Usage
Uncountable when referring to the general process; countable when referring to a specific project or instance of renovation.
Real-World Examples
“They train at the recently renovated Knighthead Performance Centre, on the same site as the men’s team’s former Wast Hills training base, with a new gym among other extensive refurbishments.” “The conservatory refurbishment is part of the wider Barbican renewal programme, a £231 million renovation of the site.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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