Vocabulary Entry

possessive

|adjective • noun

adjective

Relating to or denoting ownership or possession.

Example Sentences

"She used a possessive tone when talking about her belongings."

"The possessive form of a noun shows that something belongs to someone."

"He often made possessive gestures towards his partner."

noun

Example Sentences

"In English, we often use 's to show possession, as in 'the cat's toy'."

"The possessive case is crucial for understanding ownership in languages."

"Her poetry often explores themes of love and possessiveness."