Possess Definition & Meaning
possess
- verb
- have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill; "he possesses great knowledge about the Middle East"
- have ownership or possession of; "He owns three houses in Florida"; "How many cars does she have?"
- enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas; "What possessed you to buy this house?"; "A terrible rage possessed her"
"Possess" in song lyrics
See how possess is used in real songs:
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"And only I possess"
Above the Law f/ N.W.A. — The Last Song -
"With this power to pimp the pen, I possess, possess"
Beretta 9 f/ Co-Defendants, ShoGun Assason — Wu Killa Beez in Europa -
"When they talk about my music, they say you possess"
Boss Hogg Outlawz — Freestyle (Track 3)
Words that rhyme with possess
Usage tips for "possess"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "possess" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for possess to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does possess mean?
- have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill; "he possesses great knowledge about the Middle East" have ownership or possession of; "He owns three houses in Florida"; "How many cars does she have?" enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas; "What possessed you to buy this house?"; "A terrible rage possessed her"
- What part of speech is possess?
- Possess is a verb.
- How many definitions does possess have?
- Possess has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).