obsessive-compulsive

The word “obsessive-compulsive” has 6 syllables: ob-ses-sive-com-pul-sive

It's pronounced as /əbˈsɛsɪv kəmˈpʌlsɪv/


What is synonym and antonym for obsessive-compulsive?

In the thesaurus, “obsessive-compulsive” has 99 synonyms and 38 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for obsessive-compulsive along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for obsessive-compulsive

Antonyms for obsessive-compulsive

  • balanced
  • clear
  • collected
  • compos mentis
  • composed
  • cool
  • coolheaded
  • equal
  • level
  • limpid
  • lucid
  • peaceful
  • placid
  • possessed
  • rational
  • reasonable
  • recollected
  • relaxed
  • relieved
  • sane
  • sedate
  • self-composed
  • self-possessed
  • serene
  • smooth
  • sound
  • together
  • tranquil
  • tranquilized
  • tranquillized
  • uncrazy
  • undisturbed
  • unneurotic
  • unperturbed
  • unruffled
  • unshaken
  • untroubled
  • unworried

Meanings of obsessive-compulsive

  • adjective
    1. Characterized by obsessions and compulsions, especially by the need to perform repetitive tasks.

Example Sentences

  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors.
  • His obsessive-compulsive tendencies manifest in rituals like checking locks multiple times before leaving the house.
  • The psychologist specializes in treating patients with obsessive-compulsive symptoms.
  • Living with someone who has obsessive-compulsive disorder can be challenging but manageable with understanding and support.
  • The artist's perfectionism borders on obsessive-compulsive behavior, leading to meticulous attention to detail in his work.

On this page you'll find 137 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obsessive-compulsive, such as: aberrant, anxious, balanced, balmy, barmy, bats, batty.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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  • aberrant
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  • around the bend
  • ballistic
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  • monomaniac
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  • obsessed
  • obsessive-compulsive
  • odd
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  • wacko
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  • wud

mad

wacko


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