Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

possess

verb
/pəˈzɛs/
Definition
to have or own something; to have control over something
Examples
  • He possesses great talent in music.
  • She will possess the keys to the house.
  • They possessed the knowledge required to solve the problem.
Meaning
To possess means to have something in your ownership or to have control over it.
Synonyms
  • own
  • have
  • hold
  • control
  • maintain