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Ghettoized: meaning, definitions and examples

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ghettoized

 

[ ˈɡɛtoʊaɪzd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

social segregation

To ghettoize means to confine or restrict a particular group of people to a specific area, often due to social, economic, or political factors. This term is often used to describe how marginalized communities are separated from the mainstream society, leading to isolation and diminished opportunities.

Synonyms

confine, isolate, segregate

Examples of usage

  • The new policies have ghettoized the immigrant communities in the city.
  • In many urban areas, poverty can lead to neighborhoods becoming ghettoized.
  • Ghettoized populations often face significant barriers to accessing quality education and healthcare.

Translations

Translations of the word "ghettoized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ghettonizado

🇮🇳 गेटोइज़्ड

🇩🇪 ghettoisiert

🇮🇩 ghettoisasi

🇺🇦 геттоізований

🇵🇱 gettozowany

🇯🇵 ゲットー化された

🇫🇷 ghettoïsé

🇪🇸 ghettonizado

🇹🇷 getto haline getirilmiş

🇰🇷 게토화된

🇸🇦 مُجَتَّنَس

🇨🇿 ghettoizovaný

🇸🇰 ghettoizovaný

🇨🇳 贫民区化的

🇸🇮 ghettoiziran

🇮🇸 ghettoiseruð

🇰🇿 геттодандырылған

🇬🇪 გეტოიზებული

🇦🇿 ghettoizə edilmiş

🇲🇽 ghettonizado

Etymology

The term 'ghettoize' originates from the word 'ghetto', which itself has its roots in the Jewish communities of medieval Europe. The term 'ghetto' was first used in Venice in the early 16th century to describe the area where Jews were forced to live. Over the years, the term has evolved to describe any situation where a group of people are confined to a particular area, particularly in the context of urban living and social division. 'Ghettoize' emerged in the 20th century as social scientists and urban planners recognized the patterns of segregation that often resulted from socioeconomic disparities. This verb encapsulates the phenomenon of social exclusion and the challenges faced by marginalized groups, further contributing to the ongoing discussions around urban development and social justice.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,089, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.