Definition

Describing an area or neighborhood that has not undergone the process of gentrification, meaning it has not been improved or renovated in a way that typically raises property values and displaces lower-income residents.

Example

The neighborhood remained ungentrified, preserving its original character and community.

Conversation

Have you seen that area downtown that’s still ungentrified?

Yeah, it's nice to see some original character in the neighborhood.

I love how it feels so authentic and not commercialized.

Definitely! It's a great place to explore without all the tourist traps.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ungentrified → It is formed from the prefix 'un-' (meaning not) and the root 'gentrify' (from 'gentry', meaning the upper or ruling class, and the suffix '-fy', meaning to make). The word 'ungentrified' means not made to conform to the style or standards of the upper class, often referring to areas that have not undergone the process of gentrification.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') changing something to fit the 'upper class' ('gentry') — that's why ungentrified means it hasn't been changed to fit those standards.

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