Meaning of the word populated in English

What does populated mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

populated

US /ˈpɑː.pjə.leɪ.t̬ɪd/
UK /ˈpɒp.jə.leɪ.tɪd/

Adjective

having a population of a specified kind or amount

Example:
The island is sparsely populated.
It's a densely populated urban area.