How do you use the word possessed?

How do you use the word possessed?

in a murderous frenzy as if possessed by a demon.

  1. Her mother said she was possessed by devils.
  2. Ruth had/possessed great writing skills.
  3. He possessed no academic qualifications.
  4. He felt possessed of a preternatural strength and fearlessness.
  5. He decided to give away everything he possessed and become a monk.

What is the opposite of possessed?

Opposite of to have in one’s possession. lack. want. abandon. dispossess.

What are two synonyms possessed?

synonyms for possess

  • acquire.
  • carry.
  • enjoy.
  • maintain.
  • occupy.
  • own.
  • retain.
  • seize.

What is Self Possessed?

Definition of self-possession : control of one’s emotions or reactions especially when under stress : presence of mind, composure.

What is a possession example?

Possession is the state of having something or something that is owned. An example of possession is for a person to have their mother’s keys in their pocket. An example of possession is a person’s favorite necklace. noun. 1.

Do not possess meaning?

vb tr. 1 to have as one’s property; own. 2 to have as a quality, faculty, characteristic, etc. to possess good eyesight. 3 to have knowledge or mastery of.

What’s another word for I have?

What is another word for have?

possess own
bear hog
boast have in hand
hold carry
be in possession of command

Is self-possessed a good thing?

Someone who’s particularly poised can be described as self-possessed. It’s a hard quality to fake, but a worthwhile one to aspire to; other people tend to take you more seriously if you’re self-possessed.

What is the synonym of self-Possessed?

synonyms for self-possessed collected. composed. confident. cool. easy.

What does possessed love mean?

What is a possessive relationship? We take the meaning to be when a partner cares more about you making them happy than offering no-strings-attached love and affection. Possession means controlling or owning something. You can’t really own a person, of course, but someone can try.

What kind of word is possession?

Ownership.

What part of speech is possessed?

(verb)
POSSESS (verb) definition and synonyms | Macmillan Dictionary.

What does possess mean Bible?

(of a spirit, especially an evil one) to occupy, dominate, or control (a person) from within: He thought he was possessed by devils.

What does bewitch means in the Bible?

Definition of bewitch transitive verb. 1a : to influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft. b : to cast a spell over. 2 : to attract as if by the power of witchcraft : enchant, fascinate bewitched by her beauty.