Definition of modernize
: to adopt modern ways
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Examples of modernize in a Sentence
We're modernizing our kitchen with a new oven, refrigerator, and dishwasher.
The country recently announced plans to begin modernizing its army.
The school needs a building with modernized classrooms.
Older companies will need to modernize quickly if they are to survive in today's economy.
Recent Examples of modernize from the Web
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Time to modernize the treaty and make sure everybody pays their fair share.
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Large food companies are increasingly undertaking strategic reviews to modernize their portfolios and maximize profits, which could present more opportunities for Brynwood and other private equity firms.
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Marcus Theatres of Milwaukee has invested more than $350 million over the past five years to upgrade and modernize its cinemas and reinvent the moviegoing experience.
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In January, Calrson disclosed her plans to modernize Miss America and hinted that the swimsuit competition was on its way out.
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The show stars Leawood mom Tamara Day, who modernizes and beautifies huge fixer-uppers in the Kansas City area.
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Microsoft is using shadow effects across Fluent Design, alongside modernizing context menus and implementing consistent back button controls in apps.
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The development of the narrowbody C919 and the widebody CR929 is at the center of President Xi Jinping’s strategy to modernize China’s manufacturing industry and compete against giants such as the U.S., Germany and Japan.
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Power grids across the country also need to be modernized and protected from physical and cyberattacks.
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First Known Use of modernize
1716
MODERNIZE Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of modernize for English Language Learners
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: to make (something) modern and more suited to present styles or needs
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: to become modern : to begin using the newest information, methods, or technology
MODERNIZE Defined for Kids
Definition of modernize for Students
modernized;
modernizing
: to make or become new and different or suitable for the present time
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