Possessively
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Possessively is an adverb meaning In a possessive manner.
Meaning
In a possessive manner.
Example Sentences
“Besides,” she says, looking possessively at her class of Chinese youngsters, “can you imagine these children going to an ordinary school?”
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include possessingly, self-possessedly, dispossessively, egotistically, obsessionally, obsessively.
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