possessively Definition
- 1in a way that shows a strong desire to own or control someone or something
- 2in a way that shows a strong attachment or ownership over someone or something
Using possessively: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "possessively" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He held her possessively by the arm.
Example
She looked at him possessively, as if he were her property.
Example
The dog growled possessively at the bone in his mouth.
possessively Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for possessively
- jealously
- domineeringly
- overprotectively
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Summary: possessively in Brief
The adverb 'possessively' [pəˈzesɪvli] describes an action or behavior that shows a strong desire to own or control someone or something. It can also indicate a strong attachment or ownership over someone or something. Examples include 'He held her possessively by the arm' and 'She looked at him possessively, as if he were her property.'
