obsessed
Translation
obsessed, fixated, preoccupied
Examples
He is obsessed with his new car.
He is obsessed with his new car.
She became obsessed with the idea of winning.
She became obsessed with the idea of winning.
Grammar Patterns
obsessed with ((sth./sb.)) thinking about (sth./sb.) all the time He is obsessed with his new car.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fixated, preoccupied; Antonyms: indifferent
Etymology
From Latin 'obsidere' (to besiege). 'ob-' (against) + 'sedere' (to sit). Literally 'to sit down against'.
Memory Tips
Imagine an idea 'sitting on' your mind and not leaving, like a siege.