Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
obsess
verb
/əˈbɛs/
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Definition
To preoccupy or fill the mind with something persistently.
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Examples
- She tends to obsess over small details in her job.
- He couldn’t stop obsessing about the upcoming exam.
- Many people obsess about their appearance.
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Meaning
When someone is obsessed, they can’t stop thinking about a particular idea, person, or activity.
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Synonyms
- preoccupy
- haunt
- fixate
- fascinate
- consume