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possessiveness

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Possessiveness (noun) means a strong, controlling need to keep someone entirely to yourself.

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A strong, controlling need to keep someone entirely to yourself.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Rhymes for possessiveness

oneness likeness idleness lateness rudeness niceness cuteness awareness whiteness closeness politeness gentleness

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"possessiveness" (noun) means a strong, controlling need to keep someone entirely to yourself.

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