Obsesión (en. Obsession)

/ob-se-ˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A recurring and intrusive idea or impulse that causes anxiety.
His obsession with perfection prevents him from enjoying life.
Su obsesión por la perfección le impide disfrutar de la vida.
An intense and constant fascination with something.
The author's obsession with ancient history is evident in his works.
La obsesión del autor por la historia antigua se nota en sus obras.

Etymology

From Latin 'obsessio', which means 'siege' or 'blockade'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be obsessed
To have an excessive concern for something.
tener obsesión
to live with obsession
To lead a life centered around a particular idea or concept.
vivir con obsesión
dangerous obsession
A fixation that can lead to harmful behaviors.
obsesión peligrosa

Related Words

fixation
Intense interest or attachment to something specific.
fijación
mania
A mood characterized by exaggerated concern.
manía
neurosis
An emotional disorder that can include obsessions.
neurosis

Slang Meanings

To have an obsession with someone.
He is obsessed with her; he talks about her all the time.
Está obsesionado con ella, habla de ella todo el tiempo.
To be crazy about something.
He is obsessed with soccer; he doesn't miss a single game.
Está obsesionado con el fútbol, no se pierde ni un partido.