possess

/pəzˈɛs/

/pəˈzɛs/

[verb]

to possess

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to own or have something as one's own

synonyms : have

own

have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas

Examples

1. Abalone possesses a unique ability to repair and regenerate its shell.

2. To possess power is the ultimate ego trip for most people.

3. Michael couldn't help but have eyes for his colleague, Emily, who possessed both beauty and intelligence that captivated him.

4. As a marketer, he knew that a jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one, as possessing a diverse skill set allowed him to adapt to changing industry trends and develop innovative marketing strategies.

Nearby words

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position

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