obsessive
/əbˈsesɪv/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #6990 in the learning path
过度痴迷的；执念的
Definitions
adj. Thinking about something constantly and finding it difficult to stop.
过度痴迷的；执念的
Example
His obsessive checking of the weather delayed our picnic.
他没完没了地查看天气，耽误了我们的野餐。
Obsessive concern about academic performance can prevent students from maintaining healthy friendships and enjoying leisure activities.
过度关注学业表现可能会妨碍学生维持健康的友谊和享受休闲活动。
Collocations
- obsessive behaviour
- obsessive concern
- obsessive about details
Word family
- obsess (v.)
- obsession (n.)
- obsessively (adv.)
Usage tip
比interested强得多，常含过度、难以自控之意。
FAQ
- What does obsessive mean?
- Thinking about something constantly and finding it difficult to stop.
- How is obsessive pronounced?
- UK /əbˈsesɪv/, US /əbˈsesɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
