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I wish we could treat our bodies as the place we live from, rather than regard it as a place to be worked on, as though it were a disagreeable old kitchen in need of renovation and update.
Susie Orbach

Meaning of "renovation" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF RENOVATION

renovation  [ˌrenəˈveɪʃən] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF RENOVATION

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Renovation is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES RENOVATION MEAN IN ENGLISH?

renovation

Renovation

Renovation is the process of improving a structure. Renovations are typically either commercial or residential. Additionally, renovation can refer to making something new, or bringing something back to life and can apply in social contexts. For example, a community can be renovated if it is strengthened and revived.

Definition of renovation in the English dictionary

The definition of renovation in the dictionary is the restoration of sth to good condition.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH RENOVATION


activation
ˌæktɪˈveɪʃən
conservation
ˌkɒnsəˈveɪʃən
cultivation
ˌkʌltɪˈveɪʃən
deactivation
dɪˌæktɪˈveɪʃən
denervation
ˌdenəˈveɪʃən
deprivation
ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən
derivation
ˌdɛrɪˈveɪʃən
elevation
ˌɛlɪˈveɪʃən
excavation
ˌekskəˈveɪʃən
inactivation
ɪnˌæktɪˈveɪʃən
innovation
ˌɪnəˈveɪʃən
motivation
ˌməʊtɪˈveɪʃən
novation
nəʊˈveɪʃən
observation
ˌɒbzəˈveɪʃən
ovation
əʊˈveɪʃən
preservation
ˌprɛzəˈveɪʃən
reactivation
riːˌæktɪˈveɪʃən
reservation
ˌrɛzəˈveɪʃən
salvation
sælˈveɪʃən
starvation
stɑːˈveɪʃən

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE RENOVATION

renominate
renomination
renormalisation
renormalise
renormalization
renormalize
renosterveld
renotify
renounce
renounceable
renouncement
renouncer
renovascular
renovate
renovative
renovator
renown
renowned
renowner

WORDS THAT END LIKE RENOVATION

accreditation
action
administration
animation
application
association
certification
citation
combination
communication
confirmation
conversation
corporation
creation
decoration
destination
documentation
duration
education
evaluation
excitation

Synonyms and antonyms of renovation in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «RENOVATION»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «renovation» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of renovation

Translation of «renovation» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF RENOVATION

Find out the translation of renovation to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of renovation from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «renovation» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

装修
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

actualización
570 millions of speakers

English

renovation
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

नवीकरण
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

تحديث
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

ремонт
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

renovação
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

নবীভবন
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

rénovation
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Pengubahsuaian
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Renovierung
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

リフォーム
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

업데이트
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Mbenake
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

cập nhật
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

சீரமைப்பு
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

नूतनीकरणाच्या
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

yenileme
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

ristrutturazione
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

remont
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

ремонт
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

renovare
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

ενημέρωσης
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

opknapping
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

renovering
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

fornyelse
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of renovation

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «RENOVATION»

The term «renovation» is very widely used and occupies the 12.603 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «RENOVATION» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about renovation

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6 QUOTES WITH «RENOVATION»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word renovation.
1
Candace Bushnell
My decorating and renovation skills are nil - indeed, I once used a shower curtain from Pottery Barn as 'window dressing.'
2
Chris Lilley
I really like Jeff Lewis and 'Flipping Out' and 'Interior Therapy.' I don't know why I'm obsessed with American real estate and renovation.
3
Andrea McLean
I've always been interested in DIY and home renovation - even from my first student flat. I've always left places better than when I moved in.
4
Candice Olson
With every bathroom renovation, there are three areas that I focus on: budget, function and style.
5
Susie Orbach
I wish we could treat our bodies as the place we live from, rather than regard it as a place to be worked on, as though it were a disagreeable old kitchen in need of renovation and update.
6
Lee Siegel
A single week of Oprah takes you from bondage to all the violent terrors of life, to escape through vicarious encounters with celebrity, to visions of charity and hope, to hard resolve, to redemption and moral renovation.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «RENOVATION»

Discover the use of renovation in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to renovation and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Renovation 4th Edition: Completely Revised and Updated
Following the complete sequence of a home remodeling project, an updated handbook demonstrates how to assess renovation needs and select the repair method, discusses what problems might arise during each step of renovation, and offers ...
Michael Litchfield, 2012
2
Renovation of the Heart: Putting on the Character of Christ
"Renovation of the Heart" establishes a foundational understanding of human nature and the process of bringing about change.
Dallas Willard, 2014
3
Runabout Renovation: How to Find and Fix Up an Old ...
For those who own a cherished but dilapidated fiberglass runabout, or for those who want a boat but are turned off by the high prices and often poor quality of today's offerings, this book explains everything there is to know about turning ...
Jim Anderson, 1992
4
Structural Renovation of Buildings: Methods, Details, & ...
This unique, practical guide, written by renowned engineer Alexander Newman, P.E., explains how to improve the structure of any building.
Alexander Newman, 2001
5
Radical Renovation: Living the Cross-Shaped Life
Radical Renovation: Living the Cross-Shaped Life A Lenten Study for Adults James A. Harnish Radical Renovation is a powerful image of what can happen in our lives during the season of Lent.
James A. Harnish, 2010
6
The Renovation: A Project Restoration Novel
Ethan Willis has made a career out of restoring old houses like the Carter Mansion so he’s an expert with doors and windows.
Terri Kraus, 2010
7
Sewers: Repair and Renovation: Repair and Renovation
However this book is unique in meeting the engineer's need for up-to-date information on the application of theory and incorporates some important recent developments in the field.
Geoffrey F Read, Ian Vickridge, 1996
8
Hotel renovation planning & design
A beautiful portfolio of the finest examples of recent award-winning renovations and re-designs of major hotels in the U.S. Each project is comprehensively documented with full-color photos, project criteria and architectural program, ...
Frederic Knapp, 1995
9
The Complete Book of Kitchen & Bathroom Renovation
Provides step-by-step instructions, safety advice, and techniques and materials for remodeling the bathroom and kitchen
Time-Life Books, 1998
10
A Framework for Production Management of Renovation Projects
The overall goal of this research was to develop a framework for production management of renovation projects that will be used by construction professionals for improving the schedule performance of renovation projects.
Yash Pratap Singh, 2007

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «RENOVATION»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term renovation is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Teddy Roosevelt's Long Island home reopening after renovation
In this June 9, 2015, photo, elk and bison heads along with mementos President Theodore Roosevelt received adorn the North Room, the 26th president's ... «New Haven Register, Jun 15»
2
Astros announce major renovations for Minute Maid Park
HOUSTON — The Houston Astros announced on Thursday conceptual plans for the proposed renovation of the center field area of Minute Maid Park, following ... «KHOU, Jun 15»
3
LaGuardia Airport's $4B Renovation Seeks Grand Entrance Hall
Following the immediate renovation at hand, the Port Authority imagines building people movers between terminals, constructing a 100-plus room hotel, and ... «Curbed NY, Apr 15»
4
Assembly Hall renovation will require patience by fans
BLOOMINGTON -- Fred Glass hopes Indiana fans will meet his excitement with their patience, as the university begins work on the sweeping renovation of ... «Indianapolis Star, Apr 15»
5
Mr. T to Wield Sledgehammer for DIY Home-Renovation Series
Mr. T pities the fool who doesn't know the first thing about home renovation. “You can't just knock down everything. There might be electrical wiring. There might ... «Variety, Mar 15»
6
Roland Garros renovation on hold
PARIS -- The planned renovation of Roland Garros is on hold after Paris city council allowed a new study of the land use on Wednesday. Supported by local ... «ESPN, Mar 15»
7
David Geffen Captures Naming Rights to Avery Fisher Hall With …
Mr. Geffen's gift will help pay for the hall's gut renovation, which is expected to cost more than $500 million. Although construction is not scheduled to begin until ... «New York Times, Mar 15»
8
IU trustees approve Assembly Hall renovation
BLOOMINGTON -- No hammer struck nail Friday, but Indiana's planned multimillion-dollar renovation of Assembly Hall hit "a significant milestone." Specifically ... «Indianapolis Star, Dec 14»
9
Wrigley plan has fewer signs after National Park Service voices …
National Park Service forces changes to Wrigley renovation plan. Wrigley Field is a sports treasure undergoing a major renovation. The Chicago Cubs promise ... «Chicago Tribune, Dec 14»
10
Paris's Picasso museum finally reopens after renovation
Le Bon said architect Jean-Francois Bodin's renovation sought to modernise and expand the gallery -- considered to be austere yet luminous -- while at the ... «Business Insider, Oct 14»

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