Vocabulary Entry

urbanised

|verb • adjective

verb

To make an area more urban in character, often involving the development of infrastructure and housing.

Example Sentences

"The city council plans to urbanise the outskirts to accommodate new residents."

"Efforts to urbanise the region have led to increased population density."

"Many rural areas are slowly urbanising due to migration from the countryside."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The urbanised region features modern buildings and public transport systems."

"Urbanised areas often struggle with pollution and traffic congestion."

"The urbanised landscape is a stark contrast to the surrounding rural areas."