preoccupied
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Adjective — So absorbed in one's own thoughts or concerns that one pays little attention to anything else.
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What does “preoccupied” mean?
The word “preoccupied” means so absorbed in one's own thoughts or concerns that one pays little attention to anything else. In plain terms, distracted because your mind is stuck on something else.
How do you use “preoccupied” in a sentence?
Here is “preoccupied” used in a sentence: “She seemed preoccupied and barely heard what he said.”
What part of speech is “preoccupied”?
“Preoccupied” is an adjective.
Is “preoccupied” a common word?
“Preoccupied” is an uncommon word in modern English.