possess
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(verb) have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill; "he possesses great knowledge about the Middle East" |
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Related Words: exhibit, feature, have |
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(verb) enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas; "What possessed you to buy this house?" "A terrible rage possessed her" |
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Related Words: dominate |
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(verb) have ownership or possession of; "He owns three houses in Florida"; "How many cars does she have?" |
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Synonyms: have, own |
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Related Words: prepossess |
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