Overpopulate (verb)

To populate an area or region with a population that is too large for the resources and services available, resulting in overcrowding and strain on infrastructure.

Origin:

Formed from the prefix "over-" meaning "excess" or "beyond" and the root word "populate" meaning "to inhabit or settle in large numbers", the word "overpopulate" came into use in the late 17th century.

Examples:

1. The island nation was overpopulated, and the government implemented strict immigration policies to address the issue.
2. The city's rapid growth has led to the overpopulation of certain neighborhoods, causing strain on housing and public transportation.
3. The overpopulated prison system has led to overcrowding and inadequate living conditions for inmates.
4. The population boom has led to overpopulation in urban areas and a strain on resources.
5. Overpopulating an area can lead to a decline in the quality of life for its inhabitants.