Synonyms for

Obsessed

Verb / ʌˈbsest / Another word for obsessed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having an excessive and persistent preoccupation or attachment to someone or something

Synonyms & similar words

takenup preoccupied ghost haunted obsess haunt possessed fixated addicted devoted fanatical passionate infatuated preoccupied enthralled consumed fanatic possessed compulsive ardent maniacal zealous driven crazy fascinated absorbed engrossed

Synonyms by register

Formal

preoccupied consumed fixated engrossed

Informal

hooked crazy about nuts about into

Literary

besotted enthralled captivated

Antonyms

uninterested apathetic indifferent dispassionate detached calm unconcerned

Common collocations

  • obsessed with
  • obsessed by
  • obsessed fan
  • obsessed with details
  • obsessed with winning
  • obsessed with perfection
  • obsessed with the past

Word family

noun obsession
adjective obsessed
adverb obsessively

Usage note

Often used with 'with' or 'by'. While commonly used to describe strong interest, it can also imply an unhealthy or compulsive preoccupation.

Example sentences

  1. He is obsessed with collecting stamps.
  2. She became obsessed with learning how to play the piano.
  3. The movie star was obsessed with his appearance.
  4. The boy was obsessed with dinosaurs and could name all of them.
  5. The girl was obsessed with unicorns and had unicorn everything.

Quotes

  • I'm not obsessed, I'm just dedicated.
  • Obsession is the wellspring of genius and madness.
  • Obsession is the engine of creativity.

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