Spell Bee Word: possess

Basic Details

Word: Possess

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To have or own something.

Synonyms: Own, hold, have

Antonyms: Lack, forfeit, give up

Idioms and Phrases

1. Possess the means: To have the resources or tools necessary for something. Example: "She possesses the means to start her own business."
2. Possessed by an idea: To be completely captivated or obsessed by a thought. Example: "He was possessed by the idea of travelling around the world."

Usage Examples

Example 1: To possess courage is to face fears head-on, no matter the obstacles.

Example 2: She has always wished to possess a rare collection of stamps from different countries.

Example 3: The ancient artifact was believed to possess magical powers according to local legends.

Fun Fact

The word "possess" originates from the Latin word "possidere", which means "to sit near" or "to occupy". This reflects how ownership was once related to physically being present with something.

Famous Quote

"The less you need to possess, the more you will possess. Anthony de Mello

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "possess" mean?

a) To give away something
b) To have or own something
c) To lose something
d) To damage something

Answer: b) To have or own something

2. Which of these is a synonym of "possess"?

a) Give
b) Own
c) Refuse
d) Forget

Answer: b) Own

3. Which sentence uses "possess" correctly?

a) I wish to possess a cat.
b) She does not possess a telephone.
c) They possess lots of fun.
d) He possessed the ball away.

Answer: b) She does not possess a telephone.

4. Which idiom means to have the necessary resources?

a) Come to the camel
b) Possessed by an idea
c) Possess the means
d) Up in the air

Answer: c) Possess the means

5. What is the opposite of "possess"?

a) Buy
b) Forfeit
c) Hold
d) Keep

Answer: b) Forfeit