How to Pronounce "possessed of"
expression
pəˈzɛst/ /ˈəv
puh-ZEST uhv
pəzˈɛst/ /ˈɒv
puz-EST ov
Definition
'Possessed of' is a formal expression meaning to have or to be endowed with a particular quality or feature.
IPA Transcription
American English
pəˈzɛst/ /ˈəv
British English
pəzˈɛst/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
puh-ZEST uhv
UK
puz-EST ov
Listen in Context
She is possessed of great intelligence.
He was possessed of a gentle nature.
They are possessed of great wealth.
The leader, possessed of rare charisma, inspired everyone.