inhabit

/ɪnˈhæbɪt/verb

To make a place your home; to live there.

Example sentences

“Penguins inhabit the coasts of Antarctica.”
“Old legends inhabit every corner of the castle.”

Slightly formal; people 'live in' a town, but species 'inhabit' a region. The noun is 'inhabitant'.

Featured as word of the day on February 28, 2026.

Synonyms for inhabit

live in
occupy
populate
dwell in
reside in

Often confused with inhabit

inhabit vs inhibit: inhibit (verb): To hold something back or keep it from developing freely.

Related words

inherentExisting as a natural, built-in part of something.ingredientOne of the things, especially foods, that are combined to make a mixture.ingenuousInnocent and trusting; open and without cunning.initiateTo start something, such as a process, plan, or conversation.ingenuityCleverness and skill at solving hard problems in fresh, inventive ways.injuryPhysical harm done to the body of a person or animal.