Modernize and Restore

Modernize

Modernize verb - To adapt to modern needs, taste, or usage.

Restore is a synonym for modernize in activity topic. In some cases you can use "Restore" instead a verb "Modernize", when it comes to topics like renew, remodel, refresh, update.

Restore

Restore verb - To bring back to a former condition or vigor.
Usage example: restore an old car

Modernize is a synonym for restore in fix topic. You can use "Modernize" instead a verb "Restore", if it concerns topics such as renew, refresh, update, redevelop.

Common collocations

world modernize world restore world
government modernize government restore government
game modernize game restore game
planet modernize planet restore planet
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