modernize

/ˈmɒd.ər.naɪz/

to update to current standards

The company decided to modernize its outdated software systems.

The company updated its old software to meet current standards.

general

to update or make something more modern, especially by introducing new technology or methods

The government plans to modernize the public transportation system.

The government intends to update the public transportation system to meet modern standards.

Many cities are modernizing their infrastructure to reduce traffic congestion.

Many cities are updating their infrastructure to handle traffic more efficiently.

Often used in the context of technology, industry, or urban development.

Collocations

modernize infrastructureupdate infrastructure to modern standardsmodernize systemsupdate systems to be more currentmodernize processesupdate processes to be more efficient

to update the workplace to be more efficient or inclusive

to update the economy to be more competitive or technologically advanced

Modernize is often used in the context of technology, industry, or urban development.

Modernize is a transitive verb, meaning it requires a direct object (e.g., 'modernize the system').

From 'modern' (from Latin 'modernus') + '-ize' (a suffix forming verbs meaning 'to make or become').

Often used in the context of technology, industry, or urban development. Can also refer to social or cultural changes.

modern

current, up-to-date

root

-ize

to make or become

suffix

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