populated — having people living in a particular area; inhabited by a certain number of people
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having people living in a particular area; inhabited by a certain number of people
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɑːpjəleɪtɪd/
Korean meaning: 사람들이 거주하는; 인구가 있는
Korean pronunciation: **팝**율레이티드
Example Sentences
- The subway during rush hour is more populated than a K-pop concert venue.
- Rural areas are less populated but have better air quality.
- My Instagram feed is populated with food photos from every meal.
populated
ADJECTIVE//ˈpɑːpjəleɪtɪd//
having people living in a particular area; inhabited by a certain number of people
A populated marketplace bustles with diverse people shopping and socializing together
Where crowds are populated and celebrated, the city is stimulated with vibrant life and shared joy
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'populus' meaning 'people.' The word originally meant 'to fill with people,' like how empty land gradually becomes inhabited as communities form.
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📝Examples
“The subway during rush hour is more populated than a K-pop concert venue.”
“Rural areas are less populated but have better air quality.”
“My Instagram feed is populated with food photos from every meal.”
“The island was sparsely populated until the bridge was built.”
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