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modernized

 

[ ˈmɒdərnaɪz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

technology

To modernize means to update or bring up to date in style, design, or technology. It involves incorporating new ideas, methods, or features to make something more efficient, relevant, or contemporary.

Synonyms

renovate, revamp, update, upgrade

Examples of usage

  • The company modernized their manufacturing process by investing in new machinery.
  • The library modernized its services by offering online resources for patrons.
  • The government is planning to modernize the public transportation system to improve efficiency.
Context #2 | Verb

society

To modernize can also refer to the process of making something more modern, especially in terms of attitudes, beliefs, or practices. It involves adapting to current trends and norms.

Synonyms

adapt, evolve, progress, reform

Examples of usage

  • The school curriculum was modernized to include more diverse perspectives.
  • The traditional family structure has modernized over the years to be more flexible.
  • Society must modernize its approach to environmental issues for a sustainable future.

Translations

Translations of the word "modernized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 modernizado

🇮🇳 आधुनिकीकरण किया हुआ

🇩🇪 modernisiert

🇮🇩 dimodernisasi

🇺🇦 модернізований

🇵🇱 zmodernizowany

🇯🇵 近代化された

🇫🇷 modernisé

🇪🇸 modernizado

🇹🇷 modernize edilmiş

🇰🇷 현대화된

🇸🇦 محدث

🇨🇿 modernizovaný

🇸🇰 modernizovaný

🇨🇳 现代化的

🇸🇮 posodobljen

🇮🇸 nútímavædd

🇰🇿 жаңартылған

🇬🇪 გაახლებულებული

🇦🇿 modernləşdirilmiş

🇲🇽 modernizado

Etymology

The word 'modernize' originated in the early 19th century, combining the root 'modern' with the suffix '-ize' to indicate the act of making something modern. It reflects the ongoing process of adapting to changing times and technologies, a concept that has become increasingly relevant in a rapidly evolving world.

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

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,125, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.