Associations to the word «Possess»

Wiktionary

POSSESS, verb. (transitive) To have; to have ownership of.
POSSESS, verb. (transitive) To take control of someone's body or mind, especially in a supernatural manner.
POSSESS, verb. (transitive) (dated) (chiefly with of) To vest ownership in (someone); to give someone power or knowledge; to acquaint; to inform.

Dictionary definition

POSSESS, verb. Have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill; "he possesses great knowledge about the Middle East".
POSSESS, verb. Have ownership or possession of; "He owns three houses in Florida"; "How many cars does she have?".
POSSESS, verb. Enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas; "What possessed you to buy this house?"; "A terrible rage possessed her".

Wise words

Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another.
Napoleon Hill