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possessor

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /pəˈzɛsər/

KK: /pəˈzɛsər/

noun
Definition

A person or thing that owns or has something.


Example

The possessor of the ancient artifact was very proud of it.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you know that being a possessor of knowledge can really empower you?
Sloth B
Absolutely! The more you know, the more confident you become.
Sloth A
Right? I feel like a true possessor of skills when I finish a good book.
Sloth B
Me too! It’s like gaining a new superpower.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
owner
holder
controller
Antonyms
loser
nonowner
tenant
Root Explanation

Possessor → It is formed from "possidere" (meaning to possess) and "-or" (meaning one who). The word "possessor" refers to one who possesses or holds something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'holds' ('possidere') something as their own — that's why a possessor is someone who possesses.

Visually Confused Words
repossessor
prepossessor
dispossessor
coassessor
obsessor
assessor
dispossessory
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