Unpopulated

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈpɑpjəˌleɪtɪd/

Definitions of unpopulated

adjective describing a place or area that is not inhabited by people

Example Sentences

A1 The island was unpopulated and untouched by humans.

A2 The unpopulated area was perfect for camping and stargazing.

B1 The unpopulated region was a stark contrast to the bustling city nearby.

B2 Exploring the unpopulated wilderness was both exciting and a bit daunting.

C1 The unpopulated expanse of land stretched out as far as the eye could see.

C2 The unpopulated island was a paradise for those seeking solitude and tranquility.

Examples of unpopulated in a Sentence

formal The unpopulated region was deemed unsuitable for residential development.

informal That area is so unpopulated, hardly anyone lives there.

slang The town is pretty much a ghost town, completely unpopulated.

figurative His mind felt unpopulated with new ideas, like a barren land waiting for inspiration to strike.

Grammatical Forms of unpopulated

• past tense: unpopulated
• plural: unpopulated
• comparative: more unpopulated
• superlative: most unpopulated
• present tense: unpopulate
• future tense: will unpopulate
• perfect tense: have unpopulated
• continuous tense: is unpopulating
• singular: unpopulated
• positive degree: unpopulated
• infinitive: to unpopulate
• gerund: unpopulating
• participle: unpopulated

Origin and Evolution of unpopulated

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'unpopulated' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'populated' meaning 'inhabited'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'unpopulated' has retained its original meaning of 'not inhabited' but has also come to be used in a broader sense to refer to areas that are devoid of human presence or activity.