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obsessions

The word “obsessions” has 3 syllables: ob-ses-sions

It's pronounced as /əbˈsɛʃənz/

What is synonym and antonym for obsessions?

In the thesaurus, “obsessions” has 69 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for obsessions

  • appetites
  • attraction
  • ax to grind
  • bents
  • bug in ear
  • case
  • complex
  • complexes
  • compulsion
  • compulsions
  • concrete idea
  • cravings
  • craze
  • crush
  • delusion
  • desires
  • dispositions
  • drives
  • enthusiasm
  • enthusiasms
  • fancy
  • fascination
  • fascinations
  • fetiches
  • fetish
  • fetishes
  • fixations
  • hang-up
  • hang-ups
  • hungers
  • idiosyncrasies
  • inclinations
  • infatuation
  • infatuations
  • itches
  • leanings
  • longings
  • lusts
  • mania
  • manias
  • monkey
  • monomanias
  • must
  • neurosis
  • one-track mind
  • partialities
  • passion
  • passions
  • penchants
  • phantom
  • phobia
  • predilections
  • predispositions
  • preoccupation
  • preoccupations
  • prepossessions
  • problems
  • proclivities
  • propensities
  • quirks
  • something on the brain
  • tendencies
  • thing
  • thirsts
  • tiger by the tail
  • trips
  • urges
  • yearnings
  • yens

Antonyms for obsessions

  • apathies
  • dislike
  • disregards
  • hate
  • hatred
  • indifference
  • indifferences
  • insouciances
  • nonchalances
  • reality

Meanings of obsessions

  • noun
    1. A compulsive or irrational preoccupation.
    2. An unhealthy fixation.
    3. Influence or control by evil spirits without possession.

Example Sentences

  • His obsessions with cleanliness and orderliness border on compulsive behavior.
  • The artist's obsessions with color and light are evident in her vibrant paintings.
  • Social media can exacerbate obsessions with comparison and perfection.
  • Sarah's obsessions with her appearance often lead to low self-esteem.
  • The psychiatrist specializes in treating individuals with obsessive-compulsive obsessions.

On this page you'll find 79 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obsessions, such as: apathies, appetites, attraction, ax to grind, bents, bug in ear, case.

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