modernize
verbUK /ˈmɒdənaɪz/ · US /ˈmɑdɚnaɪz/
Etymology From modern + -ize or French moderniser.
1
To make (something old or outdated) up to date, or modern in style or function by adding or changing equipment, designs, etc.
2
To become modern in appearance, or adopt modern ways
- Synonyms
- bring, make up to date, rejuvenate, renew, renovate, upgrade
- Derived terms
- demodernize, modernizable, modernization, modernized, modernizer, modernizing, overmodernize, unmodernize