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possessive

The word “possessive” has 3 syllables: pos-ses-sive

It's pronounced as /pəˈzɛsɪv/

What is synonym and antonym for possessive?

In the thesaurus, “possessive” has 14 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for possessive along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for possessive

  • controlling
  • covetous
  • demanding
  • distrustful
  • domineering
  • envious
  • grasping
  • invidious
  • jaundiced
  • jealous
  • mistrustful
  • overprotective
  • protective
  • suspicious

Antonyms for possessive

Meanings of possessive

  • noun
    1. (grammar) The possessive case.
    2. (grammar) A word used to indicate the possessive case.
  • adjective
    1. Of or pertaining to ownership or possession.
    2. (grammar) Indicating ownership, possession, origin, etc.
    3. Unwilling to yield possession of.

Example Sentences

  • He became very possessive of his new car.
  • The cat is quite possessive about its favorite spot on the couch.
  • She disliked how possessive her boyfriend could be.
  • A possessive attitude can sometimes ruin relationships.
  • He gave her a possessive look when someone else started talking to her.

On this page you'll find 21 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to possessive, such as: controlling, covetous, demanding, distrustful, domineering, envious, grasping.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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