Word: modernize
Part of speech: Verb
Syllables: mod
ern
ize
Definition: To make (something old or outdated) up to date, or modern in style or function by adding or changing equipment, designs, etc.
Morphemes:
Affix: modern
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Pertaining to a current or recent time and style; not ancient.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: modo
Language: la
Decoded: modo
Meaning: just now
Affix: -ize
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: to make what is denoted by the noun/adjective