unsuburbed

/ˌʌnˌsʌbˈɜrˌbɪnaɪzd/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or relocate people from a suburban area, often for redevelopment or urbanization.

“The city’s plans to unsuburbanize the area sparked controversy among local residents.”

2. noun

the process of removing or relocating people from a suburban area.

“The city’s unsuburbanization of the area led to the creation of new housing for low-income families.”

Synonyms

  • relocate
  • urbanize

Antonyms

  • develop
  • suburbanize