Associations to the word «Possess»

Wiktionary

POSSESS, verb. (transitive) To have; to have ownership of.
POSSESS, verb. (transitive) To take control of someone's body or mind, especially in a supernatural manner.
POSSESS, verb. (transitive) (dated) (chiefly with of) To vest ownership in (someone); to give someone power or knowledge; to acquaint; to inform.

Dictionary definition

POSSESS, verb. Have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill; "he possesses great knowledge about the Middle East".
POSSESS, verb. Have ownership or possession of; "He owns three houses in Florida"; "How many cars does she have?".
POSSESS, verb. Enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas; "What possessed you to buy this house?"; "A terrible rage possessed her".

Wise words

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