Meaning & Definition of word "Populous"

Populous

/ˈpɒpjʊləs/

adjective:

  • 1. Having a large population; densely populated.
    • Example: New York City is one of the most populous cities in the United States.
  • 2. Characterized by a large number of inhabitants.
    • Example: The populous region attracted many businesses looking to expand their markets.
  • 3. Full of people; crowded.
    • Example: The populous streets of Tokyo were filled with tourists and locals alike.
  • 4. Commonly inhabited by many people.
    • Example: The populous suburbs continue to grow as more families move out of the city.

Etymology

From Latin 'populosus', from 'populus', meaning 'people'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

populous city:

A city with a large population.

populous country:

A country with a high number of residents.

Related Words

population:

The total number of people inhabiting a particular area.

demography:

The statistical study of populations.

Slang Meanings of populous

Meaning: Packed or busy.

Example Sentence: That concert was so populous; I could barely move!

Meaning: Populated area.

Example Sentence: Downtown is always populous at night.