What does wellspring mean?
Wellspring means The source of water for a stream, spring or well; a fountainhead; a wellhead..
Wellspring
/ˈwɛlsprɪŋ/ · noun
Meaning
The source of water for a stream, spring or well; a fountainhead; a wellhead..
Definitions by Sense
- The source of water for a stream, spring or well; a fountainhead; a wellhead.
- (figurative) A perennial source of anything; a fountainhead of supply or emanation; resource.
Example Sentences
We’re so often taught to simply believe in ourselves—to trust our instincts—that to see a narrative in which second-guessing oneself and refusing one’s deepest impulses is a potential wellspring of charity and good is, in itself, noteworthy.
Krapp’s Last Tape has been acted by prisoners in San Quentin and made into a chamber opera. It goes to the wellspring of an actor. Well, most of the time: when Albert Finney played the part, Beckett went to sleep in rehearsals.
Synonyms for wellspring
Antonyms for wellspring
Related Words
Word Forms
- wellsprings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for wellspring?
Common synonyms include well, fountainhead, wellhead.
What is the opposite of wellspring?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use wellspring in a sentence?
We’re so often taught to simply believe in ourselves—to trust our instincts—that to see a narrative in which second-guessing oneself and refusing one’s deepest impulses is a potential wellspring of charity and good is, in itself, noteworthy.
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