possess beforehand
Used in a Sentence
prepossess
How to use prepossess in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for prepossess.
Editorial note
I read developer2's response as being very presumptuous and prepossessed, and was wondering why.
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Quick take
possess beforehand
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of prepossess gathered in one view.
cause to be preoccupied; "The idea of his failure prepossesses him"
make a positive impression (on someone) beforehand; "A prepossessing appearance"
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for prepossess.
verb
possess beforehand
verb
cause to be preoccupied; "The idea of his failure prepossesses him"
verb
make a positive impression (on someone) beforehand; "A prepossessing appearance"
verb
influence (somebody's) opinion in advance
See also: prejudice
Example sentences
I read developer2's response as being very presumptuous and prepossessed, and was wondering why.
While the website is down, I think it forgets to mention the "Never add comments to any code unless it's explicitly part of the public API." It's also possible he prepossesses the comments out.
They became completely prepossessed by checklists, but IMO totally misunderstood what makes an effective checklist. They turned checklists into an oppressive regime of documenting every conceivable step and path to the tiniest detail.
Frequently asked questions
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How do you use prepossess in a sentence?
I read developer2's response as being very presumptuous and prepossessed, and was wondering why.
What does prepossess mean?
possess beforehand
What part of speech is prepossess?
prepossess is commonly used as verb.