Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gueto
noun
/ˈɡɛt.oʊ/
Definition
A specific area in a city where a particular group of people, usually defined by ethnicity or socioeconomic status, live, often due to social, legal, or economic pressure.
Examples
- The urban gueto has been a subject of many sociological studies.
- She grew up in a gueto and often shares her experiences through her art.
- Documentaries often highlight life in the gueto, revealing both struggles and resilience.
Meaning
Originally referring to places where Jews were confined, it now extends to neighborhoods where marginalized groups reside.
Synonyms
- ghetto
- enclave
- quarter
- slum