Modernize is a term used to describe the process of making something more up-to-date and modern. REFURBISH, which has nine letters, means to make something look better by repairing or replacing parts. RENOVATE, with eight letters, is to restore something to a better condition. UPGRADE, with seven letters, is to improve something by replacing it with a newer version. UPDATE, with six letters, is to make something more current. REMODEL, with seven letters, is to change the structure or form of something. RENEW, with five letters, is to make something new again. REDO, with four letters, is to do something again. OVERHAUL, with eight letters, is to completely disassemble and rebuild something. STREAMLINE, with ten letters, is to make something more efficient.