verb
- to make bourgeois in character, values, or appearance; to cause to adopt middle-class attitudes or customs
Usage: often used critically or pejoratively; transitive verb
Examples
- The artist worried that commercial success would bourgeoisify his rebellious spirit.
- Critics argued that the neighborhood's gentrification had bourgeoisified what was once a vibrant working-class community.
- She refused to let marriage bourgeoisify her unconventional lifestyle.
- The movement feared that mainstream acceptance would bourgeoisify its radical message.
- As the company grew, some employees felt it was becoming bourgeoisified by corporate policies.