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