obsessing

The word “obsessing” has 3 syllables: ob-sess-ing

It's pronounced as /əbˈsɛsɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for obsessing?

In the thesaurus, “obsessing” has 36 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for obsessing along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for obsessing

absorbing
all-consuming
alluring
attracting
beguiling
bemusing
bewitching
busying
captivating
catching up
charming
compelling
consuming
controlling
distracting
enchanting
engaging
engrossing
enthralling
enwrapping
exciting
fascinating
gripping
hogging
hypnotizing
immersing
interesting
intriguing
involving
mesmerizing
monopolizing
occupying
preoccupying
provoking
riveting
stimulating

Antonyms for obsessing

boring
jading
palling
repellent
repulsive
tiring
uninteresting
wearying

Meanings of obsessing

verb
1. (passive, constructed with "with") To be preoccupied with a single topic or emotion.
2. To dominate the thoughts of someone.
3. (construed with over) To think or talk obsessively about.

Example Sentences

She's obsessing over her upcoming job interview, worrying about every possible scenario.
He can't stop obsessing about his ex-girlfriend, even though they broke up months ago.
The chef is obsessing over the presentation of the dish, rearranging garnishes for perfection.
The student keeps obsessing over his exam results, checking the online portal repeatedly.
Despite reassurances from his friends, he's still obsessing over the mistake he made at work.

On this page you'll find 44 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obsessing, such as: absorbing, all-consuming, alluring, attracting, beguiling, bemusing, bewitching.

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