Read the passage and choose the correct answer.
1. Hello, I'm Sam. After spending a decade away, I've returned to my hometown of Maple Grove.
2. A lot has transformed here. When I left Maple Grove, there was a small park near the town square. Now, that park has been replaced by a large shopping mall. Additionally, a new post office has been built across from my old school. The local football field on the edge of Maple Grove has been completely renovated. A new seating area has been added that can hold a large crowd. It's quite a sight.
3. The most noticeable changes are in the heart of the town. The main street has been turned into a pedestrian zone, making it car-free. They've built a statue that looks like those seen in ancient Greece and added benches, a grassy area, and a new outdoor cafe. While my street looks mostly the same, they've constructed a new community center nearby. Unfortunately, they had to remove some trees to make room for it, which is a shame. However, the center now has a big green space in front, although it's not quite as lovely as the old park.
4. A positive change is the variety of new restaurants that have opened in Maple Grove. Japanese and French restaurants have opened in the town center, and a Thai restaurant has opened near my house, where I plan to eat tonight.
-> The word “renovated” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ____________