Modernise is a term used to describe the process of making something more up-to-date or modern. It can involve renewing, updating, renovating, reconstructing, regenerating, and refurbishing. Renewing is the process of replacing something that is old or worn out with something new. Updating is the process of making something current or up-to-date. Renovating is the process of restoring something to its original condition or making improvements to it. Reconstructing is the process of rebuilding something from the ground up. Regenerating is the process of restoring something to its former state or making it better than before. Refurbishing is the process of making something look new again by repairing or replacing parts.