modernization

noun

mod·​ern·​i·​za·​tion ˌmä-dər-nə-ˈzā-shən 

1

: the act of modernizing : the state of being modernized

2

: something modernized : a modernized version

Examples of modernization in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Tisch has built a career defined by operational rigor, technological modernization, and a leadership style that offers valuable lessons for anyone — but especially women — navigating intense scrutiny, doubt, and constant change. —Susan Caminiti, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026

State lawmakers are considering several bills to improve California's power storage capabilities and provide financial incentives to utilities for modernization efforts. —James Taylor, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026

The company described this as part of an ongoing modernization effort rather than a final configuration. —Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 15 Apr. 2026

According to OpenSecrets, since 2003, both preparers spent roughly $103 million on federal lobbying, much of it touching Free File, IRS modernization, and proposals for prefilled returns. —Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1770, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for modernization

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration