verb
- to exist as an inner activating spirit, force, or principle
Usage: formal; often used in religious or philosophical contexts
Examples
- Many believe that the divine spirit indwells all living beings.
- The artist felt that creativity indwelt her very soul.
- According to this philosophy, wisdom indwells those who seek truth.
- The sacred presence was said to indwell the ancient temple.
- She believed that love indwells the human heart naturally.
- The teacher spoke of how knowledge indwells the prepared mind.