modernise

/ˈmɒdənaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to bring or bring up to a modern standard, especially in technology or design

“The company decided to modernise its website to attract more customers.”

2. verb

to make or make someone behave in a modern way

“The young generation is trying to modernise their grandparents’ traditional way of living.”

3. noun

the process of updating or updating to a modern standard

“The modernisation of the city’s infrastructure has improved the quality of life for its residents.”

4. noun

a modernized or updated version of something

“The new app is a modernisation of the old one, with improved features and interface.”

Synonyms

  • modernize
  • update

Antonyms

  • depreciate
  • obsolesce