populate Definition
- 1to live in a particular place and form its population
- 2to fill a place with people or animals
- 3to provide something with people or animals
Using populate: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "populate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The island is populated by a small community of fishermen.
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The city was rapidly populated during the industrial revolution.
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The zoo has recently populated its new exhibit with exotic birds.
populate Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with populate
Example
Tokyo is one of the most densely populated cities in the world.
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The northern regions of Canada are sparsely populated due to their harsh climate.
under-populated
having fewer people or animals than is desirable or necessary
Example
The rural areas of the country are under-populated, leading to a shortage of workers.
Origins of populate
from Latin 'populatus', past participle of 'populare', meaning 'to people'
Summary: populate in Brief
The verb 'populate' [ˈpɒpjʊleɪt] means to live in or fill a particular place with people or animals. It can also mean to provide something with people or animals. Examples include 'The island is populated by a small community of fishermen' and 'The zoo has recently populated its new exhibit with exotic birds.' 'Populate' has related phrases like 'densely populated' and 'sparsely populated,' which describe the number of people or animals in an area.
