overpopulation
1 antonyms and opposites of overpopulation, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A situation where an area has more people, animals, or organisms than it can properly support.
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How to use overpopulation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From over- ("excessive") + population.
Full origin of overpopulation →Frequently asked questions
What does “overpopulation” mean?
The word “overpopulation” means a situation where an area has more people, animals, or organisms than it can properly support. In plain terms, too many inhabitants for the resources or space available.
How do you pronounce “overpopulation”?
“Overpopulation” is pronounced oh-vuh-pop-yuu-LAYSHN (/ˌoʊvɚˌpɑpjəˈleɪʃ(ə)n/ in IPA).
How do you use “overpopulation” in a sentence?
Here is “overpopulation” used in a sentence: “Overpopulation was putting a serious strain on the city's water supply.”
What is the opposite of “overpopulation”?
The opposite of “overpopulation” — its antonyms — is underpopulation.
What part of speech is “overpopulation”?
“Overpopulation” is a noun.