possessed

• 形容人被鬼魂或恶魔控制，或完全被强烈的情绪、念头所支配。

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.

   着魔的

   • 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.

   同义词crazeddrivenfranticfreneticfrenziedhystericalobsessed

   反义词calmcollectedcomposeddispassionateunemotional

2. Frenzied or demonically controlledB2formal

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

   着魔的

   • 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.

   同义词berserkcrazeddemonicderangedfrenziedhystericalmadmaniacalunhingedwild

   反义词calmcollectedcomposedcontrolledserene

• 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