possess possess /pəˈzɛs/

verb

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