possessed /pəˈzɛst/adjective 3forms 2phrases 1 adjective3 •Controlled by evil spirits.He was exorcised because he was thought to be possessed by the Devil. •Seized by powerful emotions.O what ridiculous Resolutions Men take, when possess'd with Fear! It deprives them of the Use of those Means which Reason offers for their Relief. — 1719 •Having; owning.The president was possessed of great wealth. formsmore possessed · most possessed Phrases with possessed like a man possessedIn an energetic or uncontrolled way.