possessive Sentence Examples

  1. The cat purred contentedly, kneading its possessive paws into the soft blanket.
  2. The lion roared fiercely, warning all intruders away from its possessive territory.
  3. The possessive boy refused to share his favorite toy with his siblings.
  4. The possessive husband kept a watchful eye on his wife, suspicious of her interactions with others.
  5. The possessive mother smothered her child with attention, unwilling to let it out of her sight.
  6. The possessive dog barked and growled at anyone who approached its owner.
  7. The possessive gardener tended to his flowers with meticulous care, keeping them hidden from prying eyes.
  8. The possessive collector amassed a vast collection of rare artifacts, guarding them fiercely from any potential threats.
  9. The possessive boss micromanaged his employees, demanding absolute control over every aspect of their work.
  10. The possessive spirit haunted the old mansion, refusing to let anyone enter or leave without its consent.

possessive Meaning

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possessive (n)

the case expressing ownership

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possessive (a)

serving to express or indicate possession

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possessive (s)

desirous of owning

having or showing a desire to control or dominate

FAQs About the word possessive

the case expressing ownership, serving to express or indicate possession, desirous of owning, having or showing a desire to control or dominate

jealous,protective, suspicious, domineering, demanding, overprotective, grasping, distrustful, covetous, invidious

undemanding,permissive, permissive, tolerant, understanding, undemanding, tolerant, understanding, trusting, trustful

The cat purred contentedly, kneading its possessive paws into the soft blanket.

The lion roared fiercely, warning all intruders away from its possessive territory.

The possessive boy refused to share his favorite toy with his siblings.

The possessive husband kept a watchful eye on his wife, suspicious of her interactions with others.