Pronunciation

/subˈɜːrb/

Definitions

Noun

1. A residential area that is located on the outskirts of a city or town, typically consisting of houses and smaller communities.
2. The suburban lifestyle, characterized by detached houses, lower population density, and a quieter atmosphere compared to urban centers.

Verb

1. To live or be situated in a suburb.
2. To refer to or describe an area as suburban.

Phrases

• “Move to the suburbs” means to relocate to a residential area outside the city center.
• “Suburban sprawl” describes uncontrolled expansion of suburban development.
• “Suburbanite” is a term for someone who lives in the suburbs.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Many families prefer the quiet suburbs over the noisy city life.”
• Verb: “After years in the city, they decided to move to the suburbs for more space.”
• Phrasal Verb: “The government is trying to combat suburban sprawl by promoting public transportation.”

Synonyms

• Outer areas
• Exurbia
• Suburbia
• Residential outskirts
• Suburban communities
• Periphery dwellers

Antonyms

• Urban
• Downtown
• Inner city
• Central district
• Downtown core