Synonyms of populous

populous

adjective

as in crowded

formal having a large population

a populous seaport

the most populous state in the U.S.

Related Words

• crowded
• vibrant
• busy
• thriving
• teeming
• lively
• swarming
• overflowing
• thronging
• abounding
• bustling
• buzzing
• humming
• flourishing
• animated
• brisk
• happening
• kinetic
• rousing
• abuzz
• stirring
• alive
• astir
• abubble
• hopping
• aboil

Dissimilar Words

• sleepy
• dead
• inactive
• lifeless
• asleep

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of populous

Because California is the nation’s largest agricultural producer and most populous state, demand for water is high, and wildlife often suffers when water from dams is diverted to farmland. — Velvet Wu july 17, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026

In 1787, the ratio of the most populous state to the least populous was 12 to 1. — Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

In October, Canberra signed a defence deal with Papua New Guinea – the most populous South Pacific nation – granting it access to PNG’s military facilities and troops. — Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 16 July 2026

The 650,000 barrels-a-day Dangote plant produces enough fuel for domestic consumption in Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, and is the most influential determinant of pump prices. — Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 15 July 2026