Meaning of prepossess in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌpriːpəˈzɛs/

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  1. Verb

    prepossess

    Etymology

    early 17th century; earliest use found in Thomas Heywood (c1573–1641), playwright and poet. From pre- + possess

    Definitions

    1. possess beforehand
  2. 2. cause to be preoccupied

    Examples

    • « The idea of his failure prepossesses him »
  3. 3. make a positive impression (on someone) beforehand

    Examples

    • « A prepossessing appearance »
  4. 4. influence (somebody's) opinion in advance

    Derived terms

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