View synonyms for indwell

indwell

[ in-dwel ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

verb (used with object)

, in·dwelt, in·dwell·ing.

to inhabit.
to possess (a person), as a moral principle or motivating force:
compassion that indwells the heart.

, in·dwelt, in·dwell·ing.

to dwell (usually followed by in ).
to abide within, as a guiding force, motivating principle, etc. (usually followed by in ):
a divine spirit indwelling in nature and the universe.

indwell

/ ɪnˈdwɛl /

Origin of indwell¹

First recorded in 1350–1400, indwell is from the Middle English word indwellen. See in- ¹, dwell

Why should not a form of conscious life so interact with what would otherwise be dead matter as to 'indwell' it?

April 19, 2024tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Browse