modernize

1. (transitive) To make (something old or outdated) up to date, or modern in style or function by adding or changing equipment, designs, etc.
2. (intransitive) To become modern in appearance, or adopt modern ways

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈmɒdənaɪz/

Etymology

From modern + -ize or French moderniser.

Synonyms

modernise

update

develop

reform

improve

overhaul

modernization

bring up to date

bring up-to-date

make new

change

up-date

innovate

modernisation

rebuild

regenerate

streamline

style

Translations

moderniser

modernizzare

moderniseren

modernizar

modernisieren

ammodernare

modernizar

rimodernare

développer

εκμοντερνίζω

εκσυγχρονίζω

repasar

modernitzar

Modernisieren

zivilisieren