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Synonyms of possess

5 similar words · 4 opposite words

Another word for possess is have. Other synonyms of possess are hold and own. The opposite of possess is lose.

Synonyms and similar words for possess

verbTo have (something) as, or as if as, an owner; to have, to own.

  • inholdTo possess inherently, contain in oneself.

verbChiefly followed by of or with: to vest ownership of something in (oneself or someone); to bestow...

  • seiseTo put in possession.

verbMore synonyms

  • haveTo possess, own.
  • holdTo have and keep possession of something.
  • own

Opposite of possess

verbChiefly followed by of or with: to vest ownership of something in (oneself or someone); to bestow...

verbMore antonyms

Meaning of possess

  1. verb To have (something) as, or as if as, an owner; to have, to own.
  2. verb Of an idea, thought, etc.: to dominate (someone's mind); to strongly influence.
  3. verb Of a supernatural entity, especially one regarded as evil: to take control of (an animal or person's body or mind).

Full definition of possess

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Questions about synonyms of possess

What is another word for possess?
Possess has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as have, hold and own.
What is the opposite of possess?
The opposite of possess is lose.
What does possess mean?
Possess means to have (something) as, or as if as, an owner; to have, to own.

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