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The school plans to modernize the library.
What does Modernize mean?
Modernize means to update something for today.
Dictionary definition
to update something so it works better or fits current needs.
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Modernize in a sentence
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New tools can modernize the way a team works.
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A city may modernize old systems while still protecting important history.
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Update is close in meaning to modernize in many contexts.
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Which word is an antonym or useful contrast for modernize?
Outdate contrasts with modernize.
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mah · der · nyz · strongest beat: mah
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WordModernize.
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MeaningModernize means to update something for today.
ExampleExample: The school plans to modernize the library.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- mah · der · nyz
- Strongest beat
- mah
- Ending
- nyz
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on mah.
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Synonyms
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Opposite words
outdateto make something seem old or no longer current
preserve unchangedto keep something exactly as it is
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Modernize word family
Base word
modernize
verb
modernizes
Present-tense form.
verb
modernized
Past-tense form.
verb
modernizing
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