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