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Populated Meaning in English

word · lemma: populate

ˈpɑpjəˌɫeɪtɪd
PAH-pyuh-lay-tid
pˈɒpjʊlˌeɪtɪd
POP-yuh-lay-tid

释义

Describes a place where people live. Usually used to talk about areas or regions with inhabitants, often compared by how many people live there.

用法与细微差别

Usually describes cities, towns, or areas with residents. Common phrases: "densely populated" (many people) and "sparsely populated" (few people). It's more formal than just saying "a lot of people live there." Not used for animals—strictly about people.

例句

The city is very populated.

basic

This island is not populated.

basic

The countryside is less populated than the city.

basic

Some of the most populated neighborhoods are near the train station.

natural

The country is populated mainly along the coast.

natural

At night, the city feels even more populated because everyone is out.

natural