Inkwell

7 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

A small fixed or portable container designed to hold writing ink into which a dip pen is dipped.

“He dipped his nib carefully into the inkwell before beginning to write the letter.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

ink·well

Related Words

Synonyms

inkstand

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

A compound of INK and WELL. Ends in a double L. K is the most distinctive letter.

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Scrabble

K scores 5 points and the double L adds further value. WELL is a good sub-play on a bonus square.

Words Related to Inkwell

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “inkwell” to make these 7-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

indwell

Words you can make from Inkwell

Shorter words formed from the letters in “inkwell”.

welkin winkle inkle knell liken enki kill kiln kine knew lien like line link neil nike nile well wile will wine wink

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