Tenanted

The past tense of 'tenant,' meaning to occupy and dwell in a property or land under a lease agreement; to be a resident of a rented space. This implies a formal or informal arrangement where one party (the tenant) pays rent or fulfills other obligations to another party (the landlord or owner) in exchange for the right to use the property. The period of occupancy, rights and responsibilities are often documented in a lease or rental agreement. tenanted signifies an active state of occupancy, encompassing the regular use and enjoyment of the premises within the agreed-upon terms. This is distinct from simply owning or possessing the land.

Tenanted meaning with examples

• The historic manor house, once bustling with activity, remained tenanted by the same family for generations, their lineage deeply interwoven with the estate's history. The family cared for the manor as if it was there own, a testament to their loyalty to the family.
• After extensive renovations, the newly constructed apartment complex was quickly tenanted, attracting a diverse group of residents eager for modern living in a prime location and a bustling city center.
• Despite the economic downturn, the commercial spaces in the city center stayed tenanted, with businesses adapting and renegotiating lease agreements to maintain their presence in the valuable location. They found innovative ways to continue.
• During the exploration, the researcher recorded every dwelling that was still tenanted, which gave her insight into which areas of the once thriving village were still habited and showed what the villages were doing with the resources.