modernization

noun

mod·​ern·​i·​za·​tion ˌmä-dər-nə-ˈzā-shən How to pronounce modernization (audio)
1
: the act of modernizing : the state of being modernized
2
: something modernized : a modernized version

Examples of modernization in a Sentence

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With the post-war focus on democracy and modernization, British film also reflects that. Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 Oct. 2024 Season 5 is shaping up within the microcosm of our building in New York, and modernization, and grappling with that. Selome Hailu, Variety, 30 Oct. 2024 Tucson’s projects include road modernization and widening, pedestrian and bike improvements, and increasing transit options. Sarah Lapidus, The Arizona Republic, 28 Oct. 2024 Overcoming Challenges And Ensuring Successful Data Modernization Data modernization in the era of cloud computing offers a wealth of opportunities, as well as challenges. Batul Bohara, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for modernization 

Word History

First Known Use

1770, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of modernization was in 1770

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“Modernization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/modernization. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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