Dwell Definition & Meaning
dwell
- verb
- think moodily or anxiously about something
- originate (in); "The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country"
- inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of; "People lived in Africa millions of years ago"; "The people inhabited the islands that are now deserted"; "this kind of fish dwells near the bottom of the ocean"; "deer are populating the woods"
- exist or be situated within; "Strange notions inhabited her mind"
- come back to; "Don't dwell on the past"; "She is always harping on the same old things"
"Dwell" in song lyrics
See how dwell is used in real songs:
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"While I'm take that thought back now lets dwell"
1200 Techniques — Karma -
"But that is our business, on that we won't dwell"
Above the Law f/ Dr. Dre — Living Like Hustlers -
"Yo, it's comin' from Compton where the ballers dwell"
Above the Law f/ N.W.A. — The Last Song
Words that rhyme with dwell
Usage tips for "dwell"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dwell" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dwell to find words that pair well.
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