Definition

Having a lot of people living in a particular area; crowded with inhabitants.

Example

Tokyo is one of the most populous cities in the world.

Conversation

Have you noticed how populous the city has become lately?

Yeah, it seems like more people are moving here every day.

It's hard to find a quiet spot in such a populous area.

Totally! I miss those calm days when it wasn't so crowded.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Populous → It is formed from "populus" (meaning people or population) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of). The word "populous" means full of people or densely populated.

Memory Tip

Think of 'populus' which means people, and remember that 'populous' describes a place that is full of people.

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