underpopulated Definition
having a lower population density than is normal or desirable.
Using underpopulated: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "underpopulated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The region is underpopulated and lacks the necessary infrastructure.
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The town is underpopulated, and many of its buildings are abandoned.
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The government is trying to attract more people to the underpopulated areas of the country.
underpopulated Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for underpopulated
- sparsely populated
- low-density
- underinhabited
Antonyms for underpopulated
Summary: underpopulated in Brief
The term 'underpopulated' [ˌʌndərˈpɒpjʊleɪtɪd] refers to an area that has a lower population density than is normal or desirable. It is often used to describe regions that lack the necessary infrastructure or have many abandoned buildings. Examples include 'The region is underpopulated and lacks the necessary infrastructure.' and 'The town is underpopulated, and many of its buildings are abandoned.'
