obsession Meaning & Definition
What Does Obsession Mean?
Obsession is used as a noun meaning The quality of being obsessed; an unshakeable feeling that one topic or activity must be pursued above other interests. It can also mean An idea that engenders a compulsive or irrational preoccupation, or the preoccupation thereby engendered.
Obsession in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //əbˈsɛʃən// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | compulsion and fixation |
| Plural | obsessions |
Obsession Definition (Noun)
- The quality of being obsessed; an unshakeable feeling that one topic or activity must be pursued above other interests.
My obsession with rugby resulted in me spending years following the sport.
- An idea that engenders a compulsive or irrational preoccupation, or the preoccupation thereby engendered.
The downfall of the chairman is an obsession that consumes Laura's time.
- An activity or entity that inspires a compulsive and potentially unhealthy fixation, or the fixation thereby inspired.
Editing Wikipedia started as a hobby, but it's turned into a complete obsession of mine.
- Influence or control by evil spirits without possession.
Noun
- A compulsive or irrational preoccupation.
- An unhealthy fixation.
Synonyms of Obsession
Obsession synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Obsession
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Obsession in a Sentence
My obsession with rugby resulted in me spending years following the sport.
The downfall of the chairman is an obsession that consumes Laura's time.
Editing Wikipedia started as a hobby, but it's turned into a complete obsession of mine.
His current obsession is getting that law passed.
Word Forms & Grammar
obsession (countable and uncountable, plural obsessions)
Words That Rhyme With Obsession
Origin of Obsession
From Latin obsessio (“a besieging”), from obsidere (“to besiege”); see obsess. Equivalent to obsess + -ion.
How Do You Say Obsession?
Obsession is pronounced //əbˈsɛʃən// and has 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Obsession
What part of speech is obsession?
Obsession is a noun.
What is another word for obsession?
Close synonyms of obsession are compulsion and fixation. See the full list of obsession synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of obsession?
The plural of obsession is obsessions.