Inhabit (verb)

1. Live in a particular place as a permanent resident.
2. Occupy or reside in (a place or environment) by choice.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin inhabitare, from in- "into" + habitare "dwell".

Examples:

1. The town is inhabited by a friendly and welcoming community.
2. The building has been uninhabited for many years.
3. Birds inhabit the forests and the countryside.
4. Many animals inhabit the Amazon rainforest.
5. The city is inhabited by a diverse population of people from different cultures and backgrounds.