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Possessive — synonyms, definition

1. possessive (Adjective)

1 synonym
genitive
3 definitions

possessive (Adjective) — (grammar) serving to express or indicate possession. ex. "possessive pronouns"

possessive (Adjective) — Desirous of owning. ex. "small children are so possessive they will not let others play with their toys"

possessive (Adjective) — Having or showing a desire to control or dominate. ex. "a possessive parent"

2. possessive (Noun)

2 synonyms
genitive case possessive case
1 definition

possessive (Noun) — The case expressing ownership.

2 types of
oblique oblique case
2 types
attributive genitive attributive genitive case