Synonyms for possessive

Synonyms for (noun) possessive

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 for (adj) possessive

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


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