CEFR B1

possess

verb

Meaning

To have or own something, especially a quality, skill, or feeling.

Examples

She possesses a remarkable talent for playing the piano.
The ancient artifact was said to possess magical powers.

Synonyms: have, own, hold, command

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possess (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /pəˈzɛs/

Definition

To have or own something, especially a quality, skill, or feeling.

Examples

She possesses a remarkable talent for playing the piano.
The ancient artifact was said to possess magical powers.
He doesn't possess the necessary qualifications for the job.

How to Use possess

possess something (prepositional phrase): To own or have something. — "The museum possesses a rare collection of ancient coins."
possess of (prepositional phrase): To be controlled by a spirit or force (less common, often implies being influenced). — "The ancient woods were said to possess of a strange power."

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