Synonyms
Etymology

1. obsession

noun. ['əbˈsɛʃən'] an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something or someone.

Synonyms

Etymology

  • obsessio (Latin)
  • obsideo (Latin)

Rhymes with Obsession

  • transgression
  • misimpression
  • indiscretion
  • decompression
  • retrocession
  • nonaggression
  • repossession
  • progression
  • expression
  • discretion
  • compression
  • suppression
  • succession
  • repression
  • regression
  • profession
  • procession
  • precession
  • intercession
  • impression
  • digression
  • depression
  • confession
  • concession
  • secession
  • recession
  • possession
  • oppression
  • aggression
  • accession

How do you pronounce obsession?

Pronounce obsession as əbˈsɛʃən.

US - How to pronounce obsession in American English

UK - How to pronounce obsession in British English

How to spell obsession? Is it obsetion? Or obession? Common misspellings are:

  • obsetion
  • obession

Sentences with obsession


1. Noun, singular or mass
Trying to wean off of your sugar obsession?

2. obsession

noun. ['əbˈsɛʃən'] an irrational motive for performing trivial or repetitive actions, even against your will.

Etymology

  • obsessio (Latin)
  • obsideo (Latin)