inhabit
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for inhabit, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To live in a place.
Synonyms
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
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How to use inhabit
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin inhabitare, from "in-" ("in") + habitare ("to dwell").
Full origin of inhabit →Frequently asked questions
What does “inhabit” mean?
The word “inhabit” means to live in a place. In plain terms, to live somewhere — used for people, animals, and sometimes ideas or feelings.
How do you pronounce “inhabit”?
“Inhabit” is pronounced ihn-HA-biht (/ɪnˈhæbɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “inhabit” in a sentence?
Here is “inhabit” used in a sentence: “Wolves once inhabited most of this forest.”
What part of speech is “inhabit”?
“Inhabit” is a verb.
Where does the word “inhabit” come from?
The word “inhabit” comes from Latin. From Latin inhabitare, from "in-" ("in") + habitare ("to dwell").
Is “inhabit” a common word?
“Inhabit” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.