# modernity vs modernize

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### modernity
*noun · IPA /məˈdɜːnɪti/ · frequency rank #21,006*
The quality of being modern or contemporary.

### modernize
*verb · IPA /ˈmɒdənaɪz/ · frequency rank #27,937*
To make (something old or outdated) up to date, or modern in style or function by adding or changing equipment, designs, etc.

## Source
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