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modernize Definition

mod·ern·ize (mäd′ərn īz′)

transitive verb modernized -·ized′, modernizing -·iz′·ing

to make modern; bring up to date in style, design, methods, etc.

Etymology: Fr moderniser

intransitive verb

to adopt modern ways; become modern

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modernize Synonyms

modernize

v.

regenerate, refurbish, bring up to date; see improve 1, renew 1, revive 1.

modernize Usage Examples

Object

  • force: The president's '05 defense budget supports the ongoing defense transformation process under way at the Pentagon and its efforts to modernize forces.
  • system: They backed measures being taken and planned to more fully integrate and modernize the system.

Present participle complement

  • age: Railroads in the new EU member states require investment to modernize aging infrastructure and renew rolling stock.