Obsessional (Adjective)
Meaning
Characterized by or constituting an obsession; "the obsessional character of his response"; "obsessive gambling".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The detective's obsessional pursuit of the serial killer led him to neglect his own well-being.
- Her obsessional focus on her career had taken a toll on her personal relationships.
- The novel explores the obsessional nature of the protagonist's love for the unattainable woman.
- The gambler's obsessional behavior had led to financial ruin and personal devastation.
- The artist's obsessional attention to detail resulted in a masterpiece that was both beautiful and haunting.