reside
Translation
to reside, to live, to dwell
Examples
She currently resides in a small town.
She currently resides in a small town.
The power to make laws resides in Congress.
The power to make laws resides in Congress.
Grammar Patterns
((in a place)) to live in a particular place She resides in London.
((in sb./sth.)) (of a right, quality, etc.) to be present or vested in The authority resides in the board of directors.
Similar Words
Synonyms: live, dwell, inhabit
Etymology
From Latin 'residere' meaning 'to remain behind, rest', from 're-' (back) + 'sedere' (to sit).
Memory Tips
Imagine 'sitting back' and settling down to live somewhere. It's a more formal word for 'live'.