possesses

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/pəˈzɛsɪz/ English

Definitions

verb

To have; to have ownership of.“He does not even possess a working telephone.”
To take control of someone's body or mind, especially in a supernatural manner.“They thought he was possessed by evil spirits.”
(chiefly with of) To vest ownership in (someone, or oneself); to give someone power or knowledge; to acquaint; to inform.

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Synonyms

seise inhold have own account boasts brings carries disposes enjoys features has holds maintains meets occupies operates owned

Associated

superhuman telekinesis telepathy stamina reflexes agility durability intellect abilities psychic magical qualities

Rhymes

tresses addresses excesses professes expresses stresses coalesces successes progresses assesses

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