modernize
Translation
to modernise
Examples
They plan to modernize the old factory.
They plan to modernise the old factory.
We need to modernize our thinking.
We need to modernise our thinking.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to make (sth.) more modern They modernised the kitchen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: update, upgrade, renovate, streamline
Etymology
From 'modern' + '-ize', a verb-forming suffix meaning 'to make' or 'to become'.
Memory Tips
To 'modern-ize' is simply 'to make modern'.