re·decorate \(ˈ)rē+\verb Etymology:re- + decorate transitive verb : to freshen or change in appearance : refurbish, renovate; especially: to paint or paper (as the interior of a building) intransitive verb : to freshen or change a decorative scheme; especially: to paint or paper walls and woodwork < under the terms of the lease, the landlord is required to redecorate every three years >