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MODERNIZATION

\mˌɒdəna͡ɪzˈe͡ɪʃən], \mˌɒdəna‍ɪzˈe‍ɪʃən], \m_ˌɒ_d_ə_n_aɪ_z_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə_n]\

Definitions of MODERNIZATION

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making modern in appearance of behavior; "the modernization of Nigeria will be a long process"

2011 - English Dictionary Database
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Social process whereby the values, attitudes, or institutions of society, such as education, family, religion, and industry become modified. It includes both the natural process and action programs initiated by members of the community.

2010 - Medical Dictionary Database
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n. Act of rendering modern in style.

1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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