modernize

/'mɔdə:naiz/ Cách viết khác : (modernise) /'mɔdə:naiz/
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Definition

  1. Verb (transitive):

    • To make something modern or up-to-date; to adapt something to present-day needs, styles, or technologies.
    • To introduce modern methods, ideas, or equipment into an organization, system, or place.

  2. Verb (intransitive):

    • To become modern; to adopt modern ways, technologies, or ideas.
Usage
  • Transitive verb: The action is done to an object (e.g., modernize ).
  • Intransitive verb: The action describes a change of state for the subject itself (e.g., a country modernizes).
Examples
  • Transitive use:
    • The company decided to modernize its factory with new robotic equipment.
    • The government plans to modernize the public transportation system.
  • Intransitive use:
    • As the economy grows, the nation continues to modernize.
    • Many traditional industries must modernize to survive.
Advanced Usage
  • "to modernize something along the lines of...": To update something following a particular model or principle.
    • They aim to modernize the curriculum along the lines of international standards.
  • In economic and sociological contexts, "modernize" often implies a broad transformation involving industrialization, technological adoption, and social change.
Variants and Related Words
  • Modernization (n): The process of making something modern.
    • The rapid modernization of the city's infrastructure is impressive.
  • Modernizer (n): A person who advocates for or brings about modernization.
    • He was seen as a reformer and a modernizer within the party.
Synonyms
  • Update: To make something more current, often with minor changes.
  • Overhaul: To examine thoroughly and make significant repairs or changes (can be a synonym in contexts of comprehensive reform).
  • Renovate: To restore to a good state of repair, often implying modernization.
  • Revamp: To give new and improved form, structure, or appearance.
Antonyms
  • Antiquate: To make old or obsolete.
  • Preserve: To maintain in its original or existing state.
Related Phrases
  • Modernize one's approach: To update the way one thinks about or does something.
    • The school needs to modernize its approach to teaching languages.
  • Pressure to modernize: The external or internal force compelling an update.
    • The industry is under constant pressure to modernize from global competitors.
Verb
  1. become technologically advanced
    • Many countries in Asia are now developing at a very fast pace
    • Viet Nam is modernizing rapidly
  2. make repairs, renovations, revisions or adjustments to
    • You should overhaul your car engine
    • overhaul the health care system

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