populous

Definition

  • adjective: having a large population
  • adjective: densely 'populated'
  • synonyms: alive with, bristling, bursting

Examples

  • the most 'populous' state in the U.S.

  • a 'populous' seaport

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) So, the problem? How to make the land more valuable between the time you buy it... ...and the time you sell it? Now this is California. The richest, most populous state in the Union. I don't need a geography lesson from you. Of course, you've been there. I do forget, you get around, don't you? (..)
    1978 Superman