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possessed

UK
/pəˈzɛst/
US
/pəˈzɛst/
possessed over
possessed over

Translations

possessedadjective
more possessed
Comp.
most possessed
Super.
UK
/pəˈzɛst/
US
/pəˈzɛst/
He seemed possessed by an unexplainable energy.
Он казался одержимым необъяснимой энергией.
Synonyms
owned
controlled
influenced
obsessed
haunted
possessedpast participle
UK
/pəˈzɛst/
US
/pəˈzɛst/
Marks the word as the past-participle form of the verb "possess" when used adjectivally.
Synonyms
owned
held
controlled
in possession
retained
occupied
demonic
spirit-possessed
haunted
possessed by a spirit
obsessed
consumed
fixated
preoccupied
engrossed
captivated
rapt
enthralled
crazy
deranged
insane
possessverb

possessed

Past Simple

possessed
Past Simple
possessed
Past Participle
possessing
Gerund
UK
/pəˈzɛs/
US
/pəˈzɛs/
She possesses a rare talent for music.
Она обладает редким талантом к музыке.
He possesses a large collection of vintage cars.
Он владеет большой коллекцией винтажных автомобилей.
They possess the necessary skills for the job.
Они имеют необходимые навыки для работы.
Additional translations
удерживать
захватывать
Synonyms
own
have
hold
acquire
control
retain
command
bear
Antonyms
lack
forfeit
give up

Definitions

possessedadjective
Controlled by a spirit, demon, or other supernatural force.
The villagers believed the old house was possessed, as strange noises were often heard at night.
Completely dominated or influenced by an emotion, idea, or desire.
She was possessed by a sudden urge to travel the world and explore new cultures.
(archaic, chiefly with 'of') Having or endowed with (a particular quality or thing); having in one's possession.
He was possessed of remarkable patience and kindness.
possessedpast participle
Having been taken control of or strongly influenced, especially by a supernatural force, powerful emotion, or idea.
The priest tried to rid the village of the possessed statue that terrified the locals.
possessverb
To have as belonging to one; own.
She possesses a rare collection of vintage stamps.
To have as a quality, characteristic, or other attribute.
He possesses great talent in music.
To take control of someone's body or mind, typically in a supernatural context.
The ghost was said to possess the young girl, causing her to act strangely.
To dominate or control, especially in terms of emotions or thoughts.
A sudden fear possessed him as he entered the dark alley.
To take control of one’s own emotions; compose or calm (oneself).
He paused for a moment to possess himself before responding.
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