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obsession [ob.'se$n] |
The word "obsession" is used
to describe a state of having an intense and often irrational focus on
something or someone. It implies a preoccupation or fixation on a particular subject, idea, or person. Obsession often involves persistent thoughts, desires, or behaviors that are difficult to control or stop. It can be characterized by an overwhelming and intrusive presence of the object of obsession in one's thoughts or daily life. Obsessions can vary in intensity and may lead to significant distress or disruption in functioning. This term is commonly associated with psychological or psychiatric conditions like obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The word "obsession" is derived from the Latin word "obsidere," which means "to besiege" or "to occupy." Examples of using the word "obsession" in sentences: "Her obsession with cleanliness led her to scrub the house for hours every day." "John's obsession with video games caused him to neglect his schoolwork." "The artist's obsession with detail can be seen in every brushstroke of her paintings." "His obsession with success drove him to work tirelessly, even at the expense of his personal life." "Linda's obsession with fashion made her spend most of her income on designer clothes." |
Explain the word "obsession". Give some examples of using the word "obsession" in sentences.