modernization

especially British, mod·er·ni·sa·tion

[mod-er-nahy-zey-shuhn]

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.

Other Word Forms

• antimodernization noun
• overmodernization noun
• remodernization noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of modernization¹

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.

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But the proxy process that underpins shareholder engagement needs modernization.

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

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

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

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