How Do You Spell MODERNIZES?

Pronunciation: [mˈɒdənˌa͡ɪzɪz] (IPA)

The word "modernizes" is spelled with a silent "e" at the end, despite the fact that the verb root "modernize" ends with a "z" sound. This spelling is due to the phonetic rule that states that when adding the suffix "-ize" to a word that ends in a consonant followed by a vowel, the final consonant is doubled. Therefore, the final "z" in "modernize" becomes "zz" when "izes" is added. The IPA transcription of "modernizes" is /ˈmɑːdərnaɪzɪz/.

MODERNIZES Meaning and Definition

1. The term "modernizes" is a verb derived from the adjective "modern." It refers to the action or process of adopting or adapting to modern or contemporary methods, technology, ideas, or practices. When something modernizes, it undergoes a transformation towards modernity or becomes more in line with the current trends, standards, or advancements of the times.

   The act of modernizing often involves the introduction or integration of innovative technologies, techniques, or systems to enhance efficiency, productivity, or quality. It can encompass various aspects, such as industrial processes, infrastructure, education, governance, or social structures, among others. For instance, a company or organization may modernize its operations by implementing automated processes, digitizing data, or utilizing artificial intelligence. Similarly, a government may modernize its administrative processes by introducing online services, e-governance, or digital payments.

   Modernization is driven by the need to keep up with the rapid changes and progress witnessed in society, science, technology, or culture. It aims to replace outdated practices, systems, or tools with more contemporary alternatives that are deemed more effective, streamlined, or sustainable. By modernizing, individuals, institutions, or societies strive to remain relevant, competitive, or influential in an evolving world.

Common Misspellings for MODERNIZES

• mordernized
• moderneized
• modernnizes
• modernizms
• modernisez
• modernisees
• modernetes
• modernnites
• modernizem

Etymology of MODERNIZES

The word "modernizes" is derived from the root word "modernize". The etymology of "modernize" can be traced back to the Latin word "modernus", which means "of or pertaining to the present or recent times". The suffix "-ize" is added to the word "modern" to indicate the action of making something more modern or up-to-date. Therefore, "modernizes" refers to the act of bringing something into a more contemporary or current state.

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Conjugate verb Modernizes

CONDITIONAL

I would modernize

we would modernize

you would modernize

he/she/it would modernize

they would modernize

FUTURE

I will modernize

we will modernize

you will modernize

he/she/it will modernize

they will modernize

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have modernized

we will have modernized

you will have modernized

he/she/it will have modernized

they will have modernized

PAST

I modernized

we modernized

you modernized

he/she/it modernized

they modernized

PAST PERFECT

I had modernized

we had modernized

you had modernized

he/she/it had modernized

they had modernized

PRESENT

I modernize

we modernize

you modernize

he/she/it modernizes

they modernize

PRESENT PERFECT

I have modernized

we have modernized

you have modernized

he/she/it has modernized

they have modernized

I am modernizing

we are modernizing

you are modernizing

he/she/it is modernizing

they are modernizing

I was modernizing

we were modernizing

you were modernizing

he/she/it was modernizing

they were modernizing

I will be modernizing

we will be modernizing

you will be modernizing

he/she/it will be modernizing

they will be modernizing

I have been modernizing

we have been modernizing

you have been modernizing

he/she/it has been modernizing

they have been modernizing

I had been modernizing

we had been modernizing

you had been modernizing

he/she/it had been modernizing

they had been modernizing

I will have been modernizing

we will have been modernizing

you will have been modernizing

he/she/it will have been modernizing

they will have been modernizing

I would have modernized

we would have modernized

you would have modernized

he/she/it would have modernized

they would have modernized

I would be modernizing

we would be modernizing

you would be modernizing

he/she/it would be modernizing

they would be modernizing

I would have been modernizing

we would have been modernizing

you would have been modernizing

he/she/it would have been modernizing

they would have been modernizing