How to Pronounce Possessed

To pronounce "possessed", say POSS-ess-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /pəˈzɛst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

possessed

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/pəˈzɛst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “possessed”

"possessed" has 3 syllables: poss-ess-ed. It rhymes with manifest and crest, if that helps it stick.

What does possessed mean?

verb

  1. To have; to have ownership of.

    “He does not even possess a working telephone.”

  2. To take control of someone's body or mind, especially in a supernatural manner.

    “They thought he was possessed by evil spirits.”

adjective

  1. Controlled by evil spirits.

    “He was exorcised because he was thought to be possessed by the Devil.”

  2. Seized by powerful emotions.

Synonyms

seiseinhold

Words that rhyme with possessed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

manifestcrestdetestdistressedjestimpressedacquiescedrestchestarrestbequestrequest

Related words

demoniacdemoniacalobsessedberserkcontrolledinsaneamokamuck

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "possessed"?▾

"Possessed" has 3 syllables: poss · ess · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "possessed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "possessed" is /pəˈzɛst/.

What does "possessed" mean?▾

Possessed: To have; to have ownership of.

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