Obsesyon (en. Obsession)
/ob-se-syon/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An idea or feeling that can't be removed from the mind that causes excessive thinking.
His obsession with advancing his career caused him stress.
Ang kanyang obsesyon sa pag-usad ng kanyang karera ay nagdulot sa kanya ng stress.
An excessive interest or focus on a person, thing, or idea.
His obsession with the famous artist affects his relationships.
Ang obsesyon niya sa sikat na artista ay nakakaapekto sa kanyang mga relasyon.
A condition that causes repetitive thoughts that cannot be controlled.
He needed to seek help for his obsession with health.
Kailangan niyang humingi ng tulong sa kanyang obsesyon sa kalusugan.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'obsession' in English.
Common Phrases and Expressions
obsession with work
excessive focus on work that leads to depletion of time and energy.
obsesyon sa trabaho
Related Words
fantasy obsession
A form of obsession related to unrealistic ideas or images.
pantasyang obsesyon
compulsion
A recurring behavior that is usually associated with obsession.
kompulsiya
Slang Meanings
excessive infatuation
Wow, his obsession with you is so extreme, it's like he doesn't sleep anymore.
Grabe, ang obsesyon niya sa iyo, parang hindi na siya natutulog.
strange desire
His obsession with anime is super intense!
Yung obsesyon niya sa anime, super intense!
unmatched craziness
It's like he has an obsession with his cellphone, he's always glued to it.
Parang may obsesyon siya sa cellphone niya, lagi na lang nakatutok diyan.
pursuit of something
Sometimes, I get obsessed with books and end up spending all my time on them.
Minsan, nagkakaroon ako ng obsesyon sa mga libro at nakakaubos ako ng panahon.