ghettoize

IPA: gˈɛtoʊaɪz

(transitive) To put (someone) in a ghetto, or to isolate as if in a ghetto.
(transitive) To make (a place) into a ghetto, or to add the characteristics of a ghetto.

Examples of "ghettoize" in Sentences

The controversial decision to ban certain hairstyles at school has been criticized for its potential to ghettoize students of color
Some neighborhoods have policies in place that aim to ghettoize low-income families, leading to further marginalization
It is important to address the underlying issues that can ghettoize certain communities rather than simply placing blame
The media's portrayal of certain cultures can inadvertently ghettoize groups of people through harmful stereotypes
In order to promote inclusivity, it is necessary to challenge systems that ghettoize marginalized groups