Synonyms of possessive

possessive

adjective

pə-ˈze-siv 

as in jealous

intolerant of rivalry or unfaithfulness

he was very possessive of his girlfriend's attention, and it was really starting to annoy her

Synonyms & Similar Words

• jealous
• protective
• domineering
• suspicious
• envious
• controlling
• demanding
• overprotective
• covetous
• invidious
• distrustful
• grasping
• jaundiced
• mistrustful

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• permissive
• undemanding
• tolerant
• understanding
• trusting
• trustful
• tolerating

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of possessive

Worst love match: Scorpio Passionate and possessive of their partners, Scorpio’s desire for emotional intimacy and transparency could be incredibly overwhelming for a free-spirited sign like Aquarius. —Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 18 May 2024

Ali became jealous and possessive, and began abusing Ana physically and emotionally. —Moises Mendez Ii, TIME, 25 June 2024

During her bail hearing on Thursday, Assistant Franklin County Prosecutor Tyler McCoy said Maye had previously been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, and had had shown possessive and controlling behavior in the past. —David Matthews, New York Daily News, 22 Feb. 2024

And its name is not possessive, because it’s meant to refer to its namesake of pretty flowers. —John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 28 May 2024