Associations to the word «Modernize»

Wiktionary

MODERNIZE, verb. (transitive) To bring something up to date, or make it modern in style or function
MODERNIZE, verb. (intransitive) To become modern in appearance, or adopt modern ways

Dictionary definition

MODERNIZE, verb. Make repairs, renovations, revisions or adjustments to; "You should overhaul your car engine"; "overhaul the health care system".
MODERNIZE, verb. Become technologically advanced; "Many countries in Asia are now developing at a very fast pace"; "Viet Nam is modernizing rapidly".

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke