Obsess

/əˈsɛs/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To preoccupy or fill the mind of someone to an extreme or unhealthy degree.

He tends to obsess over every detail of his work, often losing track of time.

To think about something continually or persistently.

She couldn't help but obsess about her upcoming exam.

To have a persistent fixation on a particular idea, activity, or person.

Many fans obsess over their favorite celebrities, following their every move.

Late Latin 'obsessus', from 'obsidere' meaning 'to besiege'.

obsess over

To think about or dwell on something repeatedly.

get obsessed

To become excessively concerned or immersed in something.

obsession

The state of being obsessed.

obsessive

Characterized by an obsession.

fixation

An obsessive focus on something.

To be totally into something or someone.

He's obsessed with that new video game.

To stalk or monitor someone closely.

She's kind of obsessed with her ex's social media.