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Synonyms of modernize

6 similar words

Another word for modernize is bring. Other synonyms of modernize are make up to date, rejuvenate, renew, renovate and upgrade.

Synonyms and similar words for modernize

verbTo make (something old or outdated) up to date, or modern in style or function by adding or...

Meaning of modernize

  1. verb To make (something old or outdated) up to date, or modern in style or function by adding or changing equipment, designs, etc.
  2. verb To become modern in appearance, or adopt modern ways.

Full definition of modernize

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Questions about synonyms of modernize

What is another word for modernize?
Modernize has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as bring, make up to date, rejuvenate, renew, renovate and upgrade.
What does modernize mean?
Modernize means to make (something old or outdated) up to date, or modern in style or function by adding or changing equipment, designs, etc.

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