Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

populated

adjective
/ˈpɒpjʊleɪtɪd/
Definition
Having people living in a particular area or region.
Examples
  • The city was densely populated, with millions of residents.
  • Many rural areas are less populated than urban centers.
  • The populated regions of the country often have better infrastructure.
Meaning
Populated refers to an area that is filled with inhabitants, essentially indicating how many people live in a specific location.
Synonyms
  • inhabited
  • settled
  • crowded
  • occupied
  • filled