Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ghetto
noun
/ˈɡɛtoʊ/
Definition
A part of a city, especially a slum area, where members of a specific ethnic or social group live, often due to social, legal, or economic pressure.
Examples
- The neighborhood was known as a ghetto, marked by its run-down buildings and limited access to services.
- Many artists draw inspiration from their experiences growing up in the ghetto.
- Efforts are being made to revitalize the ghetto and improve living conditions.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe a neighborhood that is characterized by poverty, a lack of resources, and a concentration of a particular demographic group.
Synonyms
- slum
- poor neighborhood
- deprived area
