POPULOUS Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

populous

adjective

Definition of populous next

as in crowded

formal having a large population a populous seaport the most populous state in the U.S.

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Recent Examples of populous Notably absent from that list are California and Texas, the two most populous states in the country. —

Nathan Goldman, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 Lahore is the capital of Pakistan's most populous Punjab province, where many parents send their children to private tutoring centers in the afternoon and evening. —

CBS News, 1 July 2026 The agreement moves Africa’s second-most populous country closer to resolving its longstanding debt crisis. —

Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 29 June 2026 Therefore, those in less-populous states have a disproportionate say in the presidential election. —

Marlow Stern, Variety, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for populous

Recent Examples of Synonyms for populous

Adjective

While alcohol, crowded waterways and heavy holiday traffic all contribute to an increase in emergency calls, fireworks generate the largest share of responses, according to authorities.

— Andrew Graham July 3, Sacbee.com, 3 July 2026
Your personal life could feel crowded, unpredictable and emotionally overwhelming, Scorpio.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

Definition of crowded

Adjective

With their jewel-like seeds, vibrant color and sweet-tart flavor, pomegranates have long been prized around the world.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 2 July 2026
That means little details make a large impact—this chartreuse look could stand well on its own, but the black open-toed heels and sheer tights underneath sharpen the otherwise-vibrant outfit.

— Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 2 July 2026