repossess Meaning & Definition
/ˌriːpəˈzɛs/
What Does Repossess Mean?
Repossess is a verb that means To reclaim ownership of property for which payment remains due. It is also used to mean To gain back possession of.
Repossess in Brief
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˌriːpəˈzɛs// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | reclaim and take back |
| Verb forms | repossesses, repossessing, repossessed |
Repossess Definition (Verb)
- To reclaim ownership of property for which payment remains due.
- To gain back possession of.
to repossess oneself of something lost
Synonyms of Repossess
Repossess synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Repossess
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Repossess in a Sentence
to repossess oneself of something lost
Word Forms & Grammar
repossess (third-person singular simple present repossesses, present participle repossessing, simple past and past participle repossessed)
Words That Rhyme With Repossess
Origin of Repossess
From re- + possess.
How to Pronounce Repossess
Repossess is pronounced //ˌriːpəˈzɛs// and has 1 syllable.
Repossess: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is repossess?
Repossess is a verb.
What is another word for repossess?
Words with a similar meaning to repossess include reclaim and take back. See the full list of repossess synonyms and antonyms.
What is the past tense of repossess?
The past tense of repossess is repossessed. The present participle is repossessing.