Meaning of the word gentrification in English
What does gentrification mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
gentrification
US /ˌdʒen.trə.fəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌdʒen.trə.fəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Noun
1.
the process of renovating and improving a house or district so that it conforms to middle-class taste.
Example:
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The rapid gentrification of the neighborhood led to increased property values and displacement of long-term residents.
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Critics argue that gentrification often destroys the unique character of working-class areas.
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