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/fɪkˈseɪ.ʃən/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The state of being unable to move on from a particular thought, idea, or concept, often to an excessive degree.
His fixation on the past prevented him from enjoying his present life.
An obsessive or persistent focus on a particular subject or object.
She had a fixation with collecting rare stamps that consumed her every weekend.
In psychology, a stage in development where an individual becomes stuck in a particular phase, often due to insufficient nurturing.
The child's fixation on his mother could be observed during his playtime with peers.
The process of forming a stable attachment to an object or idea, often seen as a part of emotional or cognitive development.
The artist's fixation on color and form led to a unique style that was instantly recognizable.
In a medical context, the binding of a chemical to a biological target.
The fixation of iodine in the thyroid gland is essential for hormone production.
Etymology
From Latin 'fixatio', from 'fixare' meaning to fix.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fixation on
An obsessive interest in or attachment to something.
fixation point
A specific point that one focuses on, especially in psychology.
fixation disorder
A psychological condition characterized by an obsessive focus.
Related Words
obsession
An idea or thought that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person's mind.
compulsion
An irresistible urge to behave in a certain way, often against one's will.
fascination
The power to attract or hold one's attention intensely.
Slang Meanings
Being overly into something.
He's got a fixation on that new band, he listens to them all day.
To be obsessed with a trend or idea.
Her fixation on that fashion trend is getting ridiculous.