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Definition of wellspring

wellspring

/ˈwɛl.sprɪŋ/
well · spring
Plural:wellsprings
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• noun

1

An original and bountiful source of something, such as creativity, knowledge, or emotion.

Example

"Her childhood memories served as a constant wellspring of inspiration for her novels."

2

The natural source or headwater of a spring, stream, or river issuing from the earth.

Example

"The hikers followed the narrow mountain brook all the way up to its clear, cold wellspring."

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• Nearby Words

wellie
wellington
wellness
wellspring
welly
welp
wels

Word Origin & Etymology

Dating back to Old English 'wyllspring', a compound of 'wiell' (well, fountain) and 'spring' (source of water).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wellspring. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wellspring
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