possess
英 /pəˈzes/ 美 /pəˈzes/
- v. 拥有；持有to own or have something
- v. 具有；具备to have a particular quality, ability, or characteristic
My uncle possesses a remarkable collection of antique clocks.
我叔叔拥有一批令人惊叹的古董钟藏品。
Graduates who possess strong communication skills are often better prepared to adapt to changing workplace demands.
具备较强沟通能力的毕业生通常更能适应不断变化的职场要求。
搭配
possess skills 具备技能possess knowledge 掌握知识possess property 拥有财产
辨析提示
比have正式；通常不用进行时。注意拼写有四个s。
词族
possession (n.)、possessor (n.)、possessive (adj.)
近义 own、have
反义 lack
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