indwell
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪnˈdwɛl/
KK: /ɪnˈdwɛl/
intransitive verb
Definition
To exist or be present within something, often in a spiritual or essential way.
Example
The belief is that a divine spirit can indwell within a person.
Tense Forms
Past: indwelled
Past Participle: indwelled
Conversation
Sometimes I feel like a creative spirit indwells within me when I write.
That's a beautiful way to put it! Creativity really can feel like a force inside you.
Exactly! It's like a little spark that makes everything come to life.
Totally! It’s amazing how that energy can just flow out when you're inspired.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
inhabit
reside
exist
Antonyms
leave
depart
vacate
transitive verb
Definition
To live or exist inside something, often referring to a spirit or principle that is present within a person or thing.
Example
Many believe that a divine spirit can indwell within a person, guiding their actions.
Tense Forms
Past: indwelled
Past Participle: indwelled
Conversation
I've been thinking about what it means to indwell in our beliefs.
That's an interesting thought! Do you think it really makes a difference?
Definitely! When we let our values indwell in us, it shapes our actions.
Root Explanation
Indwell is formed from "in-" (meaning in) and "dwell" (from Old English "dwellan", meaning to stay or remain). The word "indwell" means to reside or exist within something.
Memory Tip
Think of something that 'stays inside' ('in-') — that's why indwell means to reside within.
Visually Confused Words
inswell
inkwell
dwell