Definition of Gentrify

1. Verb. Renovate so as to make it conform to middle-class aspirations. "Gentrify the old center of town"

Generic synonyms: Freshen Up, Refurbish, Renovate
Derivative terms: Gentrification

Definition of Gentrify

1. to renew a decayed urban area so as to attract middle-class residents [v -FIED, -FYING, -FIES]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Gentrify

gentle breeze
gentle wind
gentling
gently
gentoo
gentoos
gentrice
gentrices
gentries
gentrification
gentrifications
gentrified
gentrifier
gentrifiers
gentrifies
gentrify (current term)
gentrifying
gentry
gents
genty
genu
genu
genua
genual
genucubital position
genuflect
genuflected
genuflecting
genuflection
genuflections

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