possessed

• Beschreibt den Zustand, in dem ein Mensch von einem Geist oder Dämon beherrscht wird oder von einer starken Emotion oder Idee völlig ergriffen ist.

Describes a state of being controlled by a spirit or demon, or being completely dominated by a strong emotion or idea.

1. Controlled by a strong emotionB2formal

   Influenced or dominated by a powerful feeling or impulse.

   Besessen

   • He was possessed by a sudden rage.
   • She worked with a possessed energy, finishing the project in one night.
   • The crowd was possessed by a wild enthusiasm.

   Synonymecrazeddrivenfranticfreneticfrenziedhystericalobsessed

   Antonymecalmcollectedcomposeddispassionateunemotional

2. Frenzied or demonically controlledB2formal

   Acting in a wild, uncontrolled manner, as if under the influence of a demon or evil spirit.

   Besessen

   • The character in the film acted as if possessed by a demon.
   • He screamed like a man possessed.
   • The dancer moved with a possessed intensity.

   Synonymeberserkcrazeddemonicderangedfrenziedhystericalmadmaniacalunhingedwild

   Antonymecalmcollectedcomposedcontrolledserene

• Verb, das den Zustand des Besitzes oder Eigentums an etwas bezeichnet sowie den Zustand, in dem jemand von einem Gefühl oder Gedanken beherrscht wird.

A verb used to indicate the state of having or owning something, or of being dominated or influenced by a feeling or idea.

1. Own or haveB1formal

   To have or own something as property.

   Besitzen

   • She possesses a large collection of rare books.
   • The company possesses several patents for its inventions.
   • He possesses a beautiful house in the countryside.

   Synonymecommandhaveholdown

   Antonymelackneedwant

2. Have a quality or characteristicB1formal

   To have a particular quality, ability, or feature.

   Eine Eigenschaft besitzen

   • She possesses great leadership skills.
   • The painting possesses a unique beauty.
   • He possesses the patience needed for this job.

   Synonymeboastdisplayembodyenjoyexhibitfeaturehaveshow

3. Control or influenceB2formal

   To have a strong influence or control over someone's mind or actions.

   Besitz ergreifen von jemandem

   • A strange fear possessed him during the storm.
   • Anger possessed her and she couldn't think clearly.
   • The idea of revenge possessed his thoughts.

   Synonymebedevilbewitchconsumecontroldominateenthrallgriphauntobsesstake over