Possession

Synonyms of possession

• control
• holdings
• ownership

Antonyms of possession

• surrender
• lack
• loss

Collocations of possession

legal possession

Frequency: 70 %

He had legal possession of the property after signing the contract.

possession of wealth

Frequency: 60 %

His possession of wealth allowed him to live a luxurious lifestyle.

possession of knowledge

Frequency: 50 %

Her possession of knowledge in the field made her an expert.

possession of power

Frequency: 45 %

His possession of power within the company enabled him to make important decisions.

illegal possession

Frequency: 35 %

He was arrested for illegal possession of drugs.

Idiomatic Expressions for possession

• Phrase: possession is a nine-point of the law
  Meaning: similar to 'possession is nine-tenths of the law', emphasizing the importance of physical control over ownership rights
  Usage: The squatters argued that possession is a nine-point of the law in their case.