Word adjective
populated
adj.
US /ˈpɑpjəˌɫeɪtɪd/ UK /pˈɒpjʊlˌeɪtɪd/ pop·u·lat·ed
Definition
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
having people living in a certain area.
inhabited by a particular group or a specific number of people.
Simple“The coastal areas are more densely populated than the dry mountains.”
In context“The valley remained sparsely populated for centuries until the discovery of silver brought a sudden influx of miners and merchants.”
- 02 C1 Advanced
filled with information, especially in a computer program or document.
containing data or content that has been automatically or manually inserted into a digital framework.
Simple“Once you click 'import', the spreadsheet will be populated with your contact list.”
In context“The database was automatically populated with real-time sensor data, allowing the engineers to monitor the bridge's structural integrity from their office.”
Usage populated areas
Real-world usage
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated