possessive

US /pəˈzɛsɪv/

UK /pəˈzesɪv/

B1

adjecitve

  • Wanting someone's complete attention, love
  • (Grammar) word establishing ownership
  • Unwilling to let others share or use your things

noun

  • (Grammar) word establishing ownership

Examples

He was very possessive towards her.

Why should he feel so possessive about some old photos?