indwelling

[in-dwel]

in·dwell

[in-dwel] verb, in·dwelt, in·dwell·ing.
verb (used with object)
1.
to inhabit.
2.
to possess (a person), as a moral principle or motivating force: compassion that indwells the heart.
verb (used without object)
3.
to dwell (usually followed by in).
4.
to abide within, as a guiding force, motivating principle, etc. (usually followed by in): a divine spirit indwelling in nature and the universe.

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Indwelling is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
a chattering or flighty, light-headed person.
the offspring of a zebra and a donkey.

Origin:
1350–1400; Middle English indwellen. See in-1, dwell

in·dwell·er, noun
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indwelling

adjective
existing or residing as an inner activating spirit or force or principle; "an indwelling divinity"; "an indwelling goodness" 
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