adj Uncommon

refurbished

Refurbished (adj) means Repaired and restored to good working condition, often for resale. Example: “I bought a refurbished laptop to save some money.”

adj

Repaired and restored to good working condition, often for resale.

"I bought a refurbished laptop to save some money."

"The store sells refurbished phones with a one-year warranty."

How to Use Refurbished

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishUsed or returned goods that have been fixed up and tested so they work like new again.

Common mistake

Refurbished is not the same as brand new — it means previously used or returned, then repaired and checked, usually at a lower price.

Common pairings

refurbished device certified refurbished refurbished furniture

Word Forms

more refurbished comparative, most refurbished superlative

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Rhymes for refurbished

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “refurbished” mean?

The word “refurbished” means repaired and restored to good working condition, often for resale. In plain terms, used or returned goods that have been fixed up and tested so they work like new again.

How do you use “refurbished” in a sentence?

Here is “refurbished” used in a sentence: “I bought a refurbished laptop to save some money.”

What part of speech is “refurbished”?

“Refurbished” is an adjective.

Is “refurbished” a common word?

“Refurbished” is an uncommon word in modern English.