Synonyms for

Obsessing

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

Definition

To constantly think about something or someone to an unhealthy extent.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. She couldn't stop obsessing over the new toy she wanted.
  2. He was obsessing about the upcoming test and couldn't sleep.
  3. The detective was obsessing over the clues to solve the mystery.
  4. She was obsessing over her appearance and wouldn't leave the house.
  5. He was obsessing over his favorite sports team and couldn't focus on work.

Quotes

  • Obsession is the single most wasteful human activity, because with an obsession you keep coming back and back and back to the same question and never get an answer.
  • Obsessing with whether you are happy or not is not as productive as making sure you are doing things that make you happy.
  • Obsessing over whether you are making the right decision will only lead to analysis paralysis.

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