Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

obsessional

Adjective

/əbˈsɛʃənəl/

Definition

Relating to or characterized by obsession; having a compulsive preoccupation with a particular idea or activity.

Examples

The obsessional thoughts about cleanliness made it hard for her to focus on anything else.
His obsessional need to check his work repeatedly caused delays in completing projects.
Many people with obsessional behavior struggle to cope with their daily tasks.

Meaning

Obsessional describes a state in which a person has an overwhelming fixation or repeated thoughts about something, often to the point of affecting daily life.