yuppify

verb

yuppify

verb

Etymology From yuppie + -ify.

1

Derogatory, Often To redevelop (an urban area or commercial premises) so as to attract affluent young professionals as residents or clientele.

  • This used to be an honest old-fashioned backstreet boozer but, like Fulham itself, the pub has had its soul ripped out since it has been yuppified

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