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obsession
noun
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Divide obsession into syllables:

ob · ses · sion

How to pronounce obsession:

Definition of obsession:

obsession (noun):
compelling motivation
an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something or someone.
a persistent idea or impulse, often associated with anxiety and mental illness
a persistent disturbing preoccupation with an often unreasonable idea or feeling

Synonyms for obsession:

passionproblempreoccupationfixationaddictiontripcomplexthirstmaniainfatuation
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Antonyms for obsession:

realitydislikejusticeaversionchangehatemovementcalmnessbalancesanity
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