Modernize: meaning, definitions and examples

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modernize

 

[ หˆmษ’dษ™rnaษชz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

society

To modernize means to bring something up to date with the latest technology, ideas, or styles. It involves making something more relevant to the current time.

Synonyms

revamp, update, upgrade.

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Word Description / Examples
modernize

Utilized when bringing something into compliance with current standards, technology, or practices, especially in contexts involving infrastructure, industries, or institutions.

  • We need to modernize the public transportation system
  • The company plans to modernize its manufacturing processes
update

Best used for bringing information, systems, or documents up to date, with a focus on incorporating the latest data or features.

  • Please update the software to the latest version
  • The news site updates its content every hour
upgrade

Often used when enhancing the performance, quality, or value of something, typically in technology, services, or products. Implies improvement to a higher standard or level.

  • We should upgrade our internet plan for faster speed
  • The hotel offered us an upgrade to a suite
revamp

Most often used to describe making significant improvements or changes to something that already exists, generally implying more comprehensive alterations. Informal tone.

  • They decided to revamp the website to make it more user-friendly
  • The marketing strategy needs a complete revamp

Examples of usage

  • Many companies are looking to modernize their manufacturing processes to increase efficiency.
  • The government is working on modernizing the public transportation system to meet the needs of the growing population.
  • We need to modernize our educational system to better prepare students for the future.
Context #2 | Verb

technology

To modernize a technology or system is to improve or replace it with newer and more advanced features.

Synonyms

enhance, innovate, renew.

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modernize

Use when talking about updating something old to make it fit better with current standards or technology. Often used in business, technology, infrastructure, and style.

  • The company plans to modernize its entire IT infrastructure to improve efficiency.
  • The city decided to modernize the public transport system.
innovate

Applicable when referring to the creation of something new or introducing a new way of doing something. Often used in business, technology, and product development.

  • Our goal is to innovate and create cutting-edge solutions in the tech industry.
  • The company needs to innovate to stay competitive in the market.
renew

Best used when talking about restoring or reviving something that already exists to make it fresh or active again. Common in contexts like subscriptions, energy, commitment, and urban development.

  • I need to renew my driver's license before it expires.
  • The park was renewed to provide a pleasant environment for the community.
enhance

Best for situations where you want to improve the quality, value, or extent of something. Typically used in contexts like skills, performance, appearance, and features.

  • New software will enhance the performance of our computers.
  • Adding spices will enhance the flavor of the dish.

Examples of usage

  • The company decided to modernize their software to enhance user experience.
  • They are planning to modernize the network infrastructure to support faster data transfer.
  • It's essential to constantly modernize technology to stay competitive in the market.

Translations

Translations of the word "modernize" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น modernizar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคงเฅเคจเคฟเค•เฅ€เค•เคฐเคฃ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช modernisieren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ memodernisasi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะดะตั€ะฝั–ะทัƒะฒะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ modernizowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฟ‘ไปฃๅŒ–ใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท moderniser

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ modernizar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท modernize etmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜„๋Œ€ํ™”ํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุญุฏูŠุซ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ modernizovat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ modernizovaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ŽฐไปฃๅŒ–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ modernizirati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nรบttรญmavรฆรฐa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐาฃา“ั‹ั€ั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ“แƒ”แƒ แƒœแƒ˜แƒ–แƒแƒชแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรผasirlษ™ลŸdirmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ modernizar

Etymology

The word 'modernize' originates from the early 19th century, derived from the Latin word 'modernus', meaning 'modern.' The concept of modernizing has been prevalent throughout history as societies and technologies evolve to adapt to the changing times.

See also: modern, modernism, modernity, modernization, modernized, modernizer, postmodernist.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,463, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.