Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dwell on
Phrase
/dwɛl ɔn/
Definition
To think or talk about something for a long time.
Examples
- She tends to dwell on her past mistakes instead of moving forward.
- It’s not healthy to dwell on negative thoughts for too long.
Meaning
To focus attention on a particular thought or topic, often excessively.
Synonyms
- Focus on
- Reflect on
- Ruminate
- Obsess over
