possess

• 表示拥有、占有某物或具有某种特质，也可表示被情感或想法所支配、控制。

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.

   拥有

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

   同义词commandhaveholdown

   反义词lackneedwant

2. Have a quality or characteristicB1formal

   To have a particular quality, ability, or feature.

   具有

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

   同义词boastdisplayembodyenjoyexhibitfeaturehaveshow

3. Control or influenceB2formal

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

   控制

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

   同义词bedevilbewitchconsumecontroldominateenthrallgriphauntobsesstake over