POSSESSEDNESS Meaning and
Definition
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Possessedness is a noun that describes the state or condition of being possessed, particularly by a supernatural or spiritual entity. It refers to an intense and often abnormal state of being under the control or influence of an external force, power, or being.
In the context of occult or religious beliefs, possessedness typically suggests that someone has been taken over, invaded, or inhabited by a spirit, demon, or deity. It is commonly associated with unusual behaviors, altered states of consciousness, and personal distress or suffering. Possessedness may manifest through physical manifestations like convulsions, uncontrollable movements, or changes in voice and appearance.
The concept of possessedness has long been explored in various cultural and religious traditions around the world, often representing a struggle between good and evil forces. In some cases, possessedness is regarded as a form of affliction or illness, and exorcism or spiritual rituals are performed to free the person from the influence of the possessing entity.
While possessedness is typically attributed to supernatural or spiritual causes, it can also be used metaphorically to describe an intense emotional or psychological state where an individual feels completely controlled or consumed by a particular emotion, desire, or obsession. In this sense, possessedness conveys a sense of being overwhelmed or dominated by a powerful internal force that influences thoughts, actions, and behavior.
Common Misspellings for POSSESSEDNESS
- oossessedness
- lossessedness
- -ossessedness
- 0ossessedness
- pissessedness
- pkssessedness
- plssessedness
- ppssessedness
- p0ssessedness
- p9ssessedness
- poasessedness
- pozsessedness
- poxsessedness
- podsessedness
- poesessedness
- powsessedness
- posaessedness
- poszessedness
- posxessedness
- posdessedness
Etymology of POSSESSEDNESS
The word "possessedness" is derived from the verb "possess" and the suffix "-ness".
The verb "possess" comes from the Latin word "possidere", which means "to have", "to hold", or "to occupy". It entered English through Old French in the 15th century, initially carrying the sense of "to have or exercise control over". Over time, it acquired additional meanings, including "to occupy", "to inhabit", "to own", and "to take over".
The suffix "-ness" is a productive suffix in English, used to form abstract nouns from adjectives, expressing a state or quality. For example, "happiness" is formed from "happy", and "sadness" is formed from "sad".
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