modernization
Translation
modernisation, modernization
Examples
The company is undergoing modernization.
The company is undergoing modernisation.
Modernization of the factory will increase output.
Modernisation of the factory will increase output.
Grammar Patterns
((modernisation)) of ((sth.)) (the process of making sth. modern) The modernisation of the city is complete.
Similar Words
Synonyms: update, renovation, upgrade
Etymology
From 'modern' + '-ization' (a suffix forming nouns of action). It means 'the act of making modern'.
Memory Tips
The '-isation' ending often means 'the process of making something'. Here, it's making something 'modern'. Note the American spelling is 'modernization'.