Possession
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Possession [puh-zesh-uhn]

NOUN

NOUN

  • The act of possessing.

  • The act of taking control.

  • Domination by something like an idea, evil spirit, etc.

  • If you have possession of something, it means you have those things or own them.

Example

"Our Grandfather's jewelry is now in possession of our Uncle."

"All the possessions are burnt in the fire."

Synonyms

Custody, Dominion, Hold, Occupancy, Proprietary, Retention, Tenancy, Tenure, Accessories, Appointments, Belongings, Holdings

Antonyms

Lack, Need, Relinquishment, Dispossession, Ejectment, Vacancy, Ejection, Vacation