How do you use the word possessed?
in a murderous frenzy as if possessed by a demon.
- Her mother said she was possessed by devils.
- Ruth had/possessed great writing skills.
- He possessed no academic qualifications.
- He felt possessed of a preternatural strength and fearlessness.
- 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 |
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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.