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Meaning of possessed

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

possessed

Pronunciation:/pəˈzɛst/

verb

Definitions

  1. To have; to have ownership of.

    Example: He does not even possess a working telephone.

  2. To take control of someone's body or mind, especially in a supernatural manner.

    Example: They thought he was possessed by evil spirits.

  3. (chiefly with of) To vest ownership in (someone, or oneself); to give someone power or knowledge; to acquaint; to inform.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Controlled by evil spirits.

    Example: He was exorcised because he was thought to be possessed by the Devil.

  2. Seized by powerful emotions.

  3. (construed with of) Having; owning.

    Example: The president was possessed of great wealth.