possess
Translation
to possess, to own, to have
Examples
He possesses great musical talent.
He possesses great musical talent.
The family possesses two cars.
The family possesses two cars.
A strange idea possessed him.
A strange idea possessed him.
Grammar Patterns
((to)) possess ((sth.)) to own or have something. The family possesses two cars.
Similar Words
Synonyms: own, have, hold
Etymology
From Latin 'potis' (able, powerful) + 'sedere' (to sit). Literally 'to sit as master'.
Memory Tips
Imagine you can 'sit' on your possessions like a master, because you 'possess' them.