verb (intransitive) as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

populate, overpopulate, colonize

Discover More

Example Sentences

Example:The new city was populated with people eager for a fresh start.

Definition:To make (a place) full or fill (an area) with inhabitants

From populate

Example:The project aimed to overpopulate the region with new residents.

Definition:To cause to have too many inhabitants; crowd

From overpopulate

Example:The company was intent on colonizing the new market with its innovative products.

Definition:To take possession of and settle in a previously uninhabited area or one not yet settled

From colonize