posse
0 antonyms and opposites of posse, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A group of people, especially one gathered to help enforce the law.
How to use posse
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
The "friend group" sense is informal.
Etymology
Shortened from Latin posse comitatus, "the force of the county."
Full origin of posse →Frequently asked questions
What does “posse” mean?
The word “posse” means a group of people, especially one gathered to help enforce the law. In plain terms, a group assembled for a purpose — historically to help law enforcement, now often just a friend group.
How do you pronounce “posse”?
“Posse” is pronounced POS-ee (/ˈpɑs.i/ in IPA).
How do you use “posse” in a sentence?
Here is “posse” used in a sentence: “The sheriff formed a posse to track down the outlaws.”
What part of speech is “posse”?
“Posse” is a noun.
Where does the word “posse” come from?
The word “posse” comes from Latin. Shortened from Latin posse comitatus, "the force of the county.".
Is “posse” a common word?
“Posse” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “posse” have?
“Posse” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a group of people, especially one gathered to help enforce the law.