Meaning & use
obsession
A persistent, uncontrollable preoccupation with an idea, person, or activity.
See it in a sentence
His obsession with collecting vintage watches eventually took over an entire room of his house.
The film explores a detective's growing obsession with a case he cannot solve.
A note on using this word
Usually implies the interest has become unhealthy or excessive, unlike a simple hobby or passion.
Words with a similar meaning
fixationpreoccupation
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