Populated

/ˈpɑpjəleɪtɪd/ adjective

Definition

Filled with or inhabited by a certain number of people or populations; having people living in it.

Etymology

From Latin 'populatus,' past participle of 'populare' meaning 'to populate,' derived from 'populus' meaning 'people.' The word has meant 'inhabited by people' since medieval Latin.

Kelly Says

The most densely populated cities in the world like Hong Kong pack millions into tiny spaces—and interestingly, densely populated areas often become cultural innovators because the high concentration of diverse people creates more creative collisions!

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