Word Adverb
densely
adv.
manner
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈdɛnsɫi/ UK /dˈɛnsli/ dense·ly
Definition
adv.in a way that has many people or things packed closely together. You use it to describe crowds, forests, or packed schedules.
adv.characterised by a high concentration of items, people, or events within a given space or period.
Examples
“The city centre is densely populated.”
“The tropical rainforest is so densely packed with trees that sunlight rarely reaches the ground.”
“In densely populated urban areas, efficient public transport systems are essential to reduce traffic congestion and pollution levels.”
Usage densely populated
Real-world usage
“In reality, they are densely packed, layered communities built by microbes.”
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated