possessed
/pəˈzɛst/ · verb
Meaning
- To have; to have ownership of.
- To take control of someone's body or mind, especially in a supernatural manner.
- (chiefly with of) To vest ownership in (someone, or oneself); to give someone power or knowledge; to acquaint; to inform.
- Controlled by evil spirits.
- Seized by powerful emotions.
- (construed with of) Having; owning.
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