ALL meanings of possesses
pos·sess
P p - verb with object possesses to have as belonging to one; have as property; own: to possess a house and a car. 1
- verb with object possesses to have as a faculty, quality, or the like: to possess courage. 1
- verb with object possesses (of a spirit, especially an evil one) to occupy, dominate, or control (a person) from within: He thought he was possessed by devils. 1
- verb with object possesses (of a feeling, idea, etc.) to dominate or actuate in the manner of such a spirit: He was possessed by envy. 1
- verb with object possesses (of a man) to succeed in having sexual intercourse with. 1
- verb with object possesses to have knowledge of: to possess a language. 1
- verb with object possesses to keep or maintain (oneself, one's mind, etc.) in a certain state, as of peace, patience, etc. 1
- verb with object possesses to maintain control over (oneself, one's mind, etc.). 1
- verb with object possesses to impart to; inform; familiarize (often followed by of or with): to possess someone of the facts of the case. 1
- verb with object possesses to cause to be dominated or influenced, as by an idea, feeling, etc. 1
- verb with object possesses to make (someone) owner, holder, or master, as of property, information, etc.: He possessed them of the facts. 1
- verb with object possesses to seize or take. 1
- verb with object possesses to gain or win. 1
- verb with object possesses to occupy or hold. 1