antique vs modernize

antique

noun
  • An old object perceived as having value because of its aesthetic or historical significance. 

  • A style of type of thick and bold face in which all lines are of equal or nearly equal thickness. 

  • An object of ancient times. 

  • The style or manner of ancient times, used especially of Greek and Roman art. 

  • An old person. 

verb
  • To emboss without gilding. 

  • To search or shop for antiques. 

  • To make (an object) appear to be an antique in some way. 

adj
  • Belonging to former times, not modern, out of date, old-fashioned. 

  • Designating a style of type. 

  • Embossed without gilt. 

  • Having existed in ancient times, descended from antiquity; used especially in reference to Greece and Rome. 

modernize

verb
  • To make (something old or outdated) up to date, or modern in style or function by adding or changing equipment, designs, etc. 

  • To become modern in appearance, or adopt modern ways 

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