adjective
- not characteristic of or associated with a ghetto; not confined to or typical of a segregated or economically disadvantaged area
Usage: informal; often used in contrast with 'ghetto' to describe mainstream or affluent contexts
Examples
- She preferred nonghetto neighborhoods with better schools and amenities.
- The restaurant had a nonghetto vibe with its modern décor and upscale clientele.
- He moved to a nonghetto area to escape the urban decay of his childhood.
- The store catered to a nonghetto market segment.
- They sought nonghetto housing in the suburbs.