Modernization and Tradition

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Modernization

Modernization noun - Making modern in appearance or behavior.
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Synonyms for Modernization
Tradition is an antonym for modernization in change topic.
Nearby Words: modern, modernize, modernise, modernity, modernized

Tradition

Tradition noun - An inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing.
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Synonyms for Tradition
Modernization is an antonym for tradition.
Nearby Words: traditional, traditionalist, traditionalism, traditionally, traditionary
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