1. Uneven or discontinuous development characterized by gaps, lack of integration, or uncoordinated growth across different sectors or regions
The country experienced fragmented development due to lack of infrastructure planning.
O país experimentou um desenvolvimento fragmentado devido à falta de planejamento de infraestrutura.
2. Urban or economic growth that lacks cohesion and strategic coordination between different areas
Fragmented development has created disparities between wealthy and poor neighborhoods.
O desenvolvimento fragmentado criou disparidades entre bairros ricos e pobres.