Obsess
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əbˈsɛs/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Obsess is a verb meaning (passive voice, constructed with "with") To be preoccupied with a single topic or emotion.
Meaning
(passive voice, constructed with "with") To be preoccupied with a single topic or emotion.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To dominate the thoughts of someone.
- (intransitive, colloquial, construed with over) To think or talk obsessively about.
Example Sentences
Stop obsessing over it, will you!
Some people are obsessed with sports.
Thoughts of her obsess my every waking moment.
Over the past few months, RAIL has frequently condemned the Department for Transport for its growing contempt for rail customers - by obsessing on cost, caring nothing for service, and not having the slightest interest in growth.
Word Forms
- obsesses
- obsessing
- obsessed
Synonyms for obsess
Depending on context, synonyms include fixate, ghost, haunt.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include haunt, ghost, beset, hyperfixate, overfocus, overconcern.
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