Dictionary Check: possess
"possess" is a valid word!
Scrabble
9
points
Words with Friends
10
points
Definition
verb
have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill
Example:
"he possesses great knowledge about the Middle East"
verb
have ownership or possession of
Example:
"He owns three houses in Florida"
verb
enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas
Example:
"What possessed you to buy this house?"
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