repopulate

/rɪˈpɒpəleɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to replenish or refill something, especially a place or population, that has been depleted or reduced

“The city plans to repopulate the abandoned neighborhood by building new homes and attracting businesses.”

2. verb

to cause a place or population to become populated again

“The government will work to repopulate the island after the natural disaster by providing aid to residents.”

3. noun

the act of replenishing or refilling something, especially a place or population, that has been depleted or reduced

“The repopulation of the city’s downtown area is a major priority for local developers.”

4. noun

the state of being replenished or refilled, especially a place or population that has been depleted or reduced

“The repopulation of the wildlife reserve has been a success, with many species thriving in their new habitat.”

Synonyms

  • recolonize
  • refill
  • replenish
  • repopulate
  • repopulate

Antonyms

  • depopulate
  • desolate
  • empty
  • uninhabit