Synonyms: possessive, possessive case, genitive, genitive case
Definition: the case expressing ownership
Similar words: oblique, oblique case
Definition: any grammatical case other than the nominative
Synonyms: possessive
Definition: desirous of owning
Usage: small children are so possessive they will not let others play with their toys
Similar words: acquisitive
Definition: eager to acquire and possess things especially material possessions or ideas
Usage: an acquisitive mind; an acquisitive society in which the craving for material things seems never satisfied
Synonyms: possessive
Definition: having or showing a desire to control or dominate
Usage: a possessive parent
Similar words: dominant
Definition: exercising influence or control
Usage: television plays a dominant role in molding public opinion; the dominant partner in the marriage