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GENTRIFYING

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There is 1 meaning of the word Gentrifying.

Gentrifying - as a verb

To renovate or improve something, especially housing or district, to make it more appealing to the middle classes (often with the negative association of pricing out existing residents)

Example Sentences

"The gentrifying neighborhood has seen an influx of new coffee shops and upscale boutiques."
"The gentrifying process often results in long-time residents being priced out of their own neighborhoods."
"The gentrifying district has experienced a surge in property values over the past few years."
"Local businesses in the gentrifying community have faced challenges due to rising rents."
"The gentrifying trend has sparked debates about the displacement of low-income residents."
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Word Game Points

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

GENTRIFYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is GENTRIFYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gentrifying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GENTRIFYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is GENTRIFYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gentrifying is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GENTRIFYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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