obsession in French
obsession in French is fixation, idée fixe, obsession — obsession means a single idea, activity, or interest that dominates someone's thoughts far more than is normal or healthy.
obsession in French
fixation
idée fixe
An idea that engenders a compulsive or irrational preoccupation, or the preoccupation thereby engendered.
obsession
An idea that engenders a compulsive or irrational preoccupation, or the preoccupation thereby engendered.
obsession
An activity or entity that inspires a compulsive and potentially unhealthy fixation, or the fixation thereby inspired.
What does "obsession" mean?
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noun A single idea, activity, or interest that dominates someone's thoughts far more than is normal or healthy.
"His obsession with tidiness meant every shelf had to be perfectly straight."
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obsession in a sentence
- His obsession with tidiness meant every shelf had to be perfectly straight.
- Running became something of an obsession for her after the marathon.
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What is "obsession" in French?
"obsession" in French is fixation, idée fixe, obsession. obsession means: A single idea, activity, or interest that dominates someone's thoughts far more than is normal or healthy.
How do you use "obsession" in a sentence?
Example: "His obsession with tidiness meant every shelf had to be perfectly straight." In French, "obsession" is fixation, idée fixe, obsession.
Are there other ways to say "obsession" in French?
Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "obsession": fixation, idée fixe, obsession.
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