nimby
nimby is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, nimby is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofnimby
- (usually derogatory) Someone who objects to the building of an undesirable structure in their neighborhood, especially in public policy debate.
Example: "fiscally conservative green (as in money) nimbies (may object to the building of anything which may decrease preexisting property values)"
- Not wanting to have to deal with unpleasant or distasteful things near them.
Example: "Their vote against measures to help refugees has been perceived by the socially conscious margin of society as a typically nimby attitude."
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