Habited

The state of being inhabited; the fact of having people or animals living in a place. It describes the condition of a place, such as a dwelling, city, or ecosystem, that contains inhabitants. This term can relate to the presence of any living thing, ranging from simple organisms to complex creatures, signifying that the location provides a habitat suitable for their survival and reproduction. It's often used in ecological and geographical contexts to indicate whether an area supports life and to what extent. Furthermore, the term can also extend to a sense of occupation, implying the active presence and use of a space by its inhabitants.

Habited meaning with examples

• The remote island, once barren, slowly became habited as settlers, seeking refuge from the mainland, established farms and fishing communities. The new influx of people led to the island's infrastructure being built, resulting in a thriving ecosystem, providing a secure habitat for the newly arrived inhabitants.
• Surveys confirmed that the abandoned mineshaft was not habited by bats, allowing the research team to safely enter and collect samples without disrupting any protected species. This allowed the scientists to study the abandoned mineshaft to determine what species were at one point habited to the area, as well as what minerals were present.
• Despite the severe drought, the oasis remained habited by a diverse range of wildlife, including desert foxes and migratory birds. The plants in the oasis provided a secure habitat for the animals, and the animals in the area brought the land back to a habited state from a barren wasteland.
• Following the earthquake, the government made efforts to ensure that temporary housing was quickly available, and that the newly constructed housing was habited by those who had lost their homes. This resulted in a newly habited city, with a new thriving economy, which has resulted in the area being a key area of economic prosperity.