to possess

Examples

• All

• In the parents' eyes, a married woman possesses a higher social status than a single one.

  Academic text (2008)

• Older students who struggle with reading typically possess a unique set of problems.

  Academic text (2013)

• Are you paying attention to what you possess or what you lack?

• If you think you possess the truth, you do not seek it.

• We do not have the freedom of the press that you possess in the US.

• Three traits that someone must possess to be a great leader.

  Evan Carmichael

• You need to find someone who possesses that type of style.

• The question is who possesses it and how do they use it?

• Many agencies, however, did not believe that they possessed the capacity to provide outreach to this group.

  Academic text (2011)

• She possesses a rare talent for painting that captivates everyone who sees her work.

Synonyms

H

to have

vsto possess

∞ 1.0

To own something or include a quality

is more about holding attributes, skills, or objects rather than broad uses

O

to own

vsto possess

∞ 1.0

Have something that is yours

is broader and covers simple holding of qualities, skills, or attributes

C

to carry

vsto possess

302 2.1

Have a risk or responsibility connected to something

is about having things or qualities rather than bearing internal states

Antonyms

L

lack

∞ 1.3

Not having something you need or want

Surface Forms

Etymology