Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
depopulated
verb
/diːˈpɒp.jʊ.leɪ.tɪd/
Definition
To reduce the population of an area, often by significant removal or death of inhabitants.
Examples
- The town was depopulated after the factory closed down.
- War has depopulated many regions around the globe.
- Natural disasters often leave areas depopulated for years.
Meaning
Depopulated refers to a state where the number of people in a specific region has decreased significantly, often due to events like war, disease, or migration.
Synonyms
- Desolate
- Devastated
- Deserted
