overpopulated

adj

overpopulated

adj

US /ˌoʊvɚˈpɑpjə(ˌ)leɪtɪd/

Etymology First recorded in 1828, predating overpopulate. From over- + populated. Compare earlier overpeopled and overpopulous.

1

Having or consisting of a higher population than can be sustained.

Related terms
overcrowded

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