modernization

American  

[mod-er-nahy-zey-shuhn] / ˌmɒd ər naɪˈzeɪ ʃən /

especially British, modernisation

noun

1. the act or process of making or becoming up-to-date, or the state of being up-to-date or modern.

   Los Angeles is investing billions in the first major modernization at LAX since the 1984 Olympics.

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Other Word Forms

• antimodernization noun
• overmodernization noun
• remodernization noun

Etymology

Origin of modernization

moderniz(e) ( def. ) + -ation ( def. )

Example Sentences

Jana has said it plans to engage with Six Flags’ board and management team to improve the company’s marketing strategy and operations, accelerate technology modernization, assess its leadership and evaluate potential acquisitions.

From Los Angeles Times

But the proxy process that underpins shareholder engagement needs modernization.

From The Wall Street Journal

Analysts suggest diversifying AI investments beyond major tech companies into infrastructure firms benefiting from data center and grid modernization.

From Barron's

On paper, it could look like a modernization project meant to reduce the costs of printing and storing currency.

From The Wall Street Journal

This is a time of sobering transition for the kingdom as Vision 2030, the crown prince’s modernization blueprint, enters its second decade.

From The Wall Street Journal