Reside
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈzaɪd/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Reside is a verb meaning To dwell permanently or for a considerable time; to have a settled abode for a time; to remain for a long time.
Meaning
To dwell permanently or for a considerable time; to have a settled abode for a time; to remain for a long time.
More Meanings
- To have a seat or fixed position; to inhere; to lie or be as in attribute or element.
- To sink; to settle, as sediment.
Example Sentences
He still resides at his parents' house.
[…] for Cogitation / Reſides not in that man, that do’s not thinke […]
[…] The madding Winds are huſh’d, the Tempeſts ceaſe, / And every rolling Surge resides in Peace.
[…] And the delighted ſpirit / To die in fierie floods, or to recide / In thrilling Region of thicke-ribbed Ice […]
Word Forms
- resides
- residing
- resided
Synonyms for reside
Depending on context, synonyms include abide, bedwell, belive, dwell, haunt, inhabit.
Antonyms for reside
Common opposites include leave, vacate, wander.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include occupy, dwell, inhabit, populate, live, repose.
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Sources & Attribution
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