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GENTRIFY

(verb)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Gentrify.

Gentrify - as a verb

Renovate so as to make it conform to middle-class aspirations

Example: "Gentrify a row of old houses"

Example Sentences

"The city is slowly gentrifying as hipsters move into the downtown area."
"The government aims to gentrify the rundown neighborhoods and improve living conditions."
"Local businesses fear they will be priced out once the area starts to gentrify."
"Efforts are being made to gentrify the previously neglected waterfront area."
"The intention to gentrify the low-income housing projects raised concerns among activists."
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Word Game Points

Is GENTRIFY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gentrify is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GENTRIFY has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is GENTRIFY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gentrify is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GENTRIFY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is GENTRIFY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gentrify is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GENTRIFY has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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