What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
resides
Example
He resides in a small apartment in the city. [resides: verb]
Example
The power to make decisions resides with the board of directors. [resides: verb]
dwell
Example
She dwells in a cozy cottage by the lake. [dwells: verb]
Example
Let's not dwell on the past and focus on the future. [dwell: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Resides is more commonly used than dwell in everyday language, especially when referring to a person's address.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between resides and dwell?
Resides is more formal than dwell, which is more casual and conversational.
