yimby means supporting nearby development (especially the construction of more housing). Lexicurio rates it Sui generis — a strength score of 87 out of 100.
yimby is pronounced /ˈjɪmbi/.
Etymology
Coined as an antonym for nimby.
adj
- Supporting nearby development (especially the construction of more housing).“From a YIMBY perspective, the high-rises are good for the city.”
noun
- Someone who endorses development (especially the construction of more housing) near them.“The local YIMBYs came out in favor of the project.”