What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
wellspring
Example
The artist's imagination was a wellspring of inspiration for her paintings. [wellspring: noun]
Example
The wellspring of his anger seemed to come from a deep-seated fear. [wellspring: noun]
source
Example
The source of the river was high up in the mountains. [source: noun]
Example
She found a reliable source for her research paper at the library. [source: noun]
Example
The source of the noise was a faulty fan in the computer. [source: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Source is more commonly used than wellspring in everyday language, and is more versatile in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between wellspring and source?
Wellspring is more formal and poetic than source, and is often used in more creative or literary contexts.
