Word – Obsessive

Obsessive – Word of the Day

Meaning:

(adj): thinking about something or someone too much in a compulsive manner; having characterized by obsession.

History:

The word ‘Obsessive’ is derived from the word ‘Obsession,’ and it was first used in 1897. From obsess + ive, relatively a person who is characterized by obsession.

Usage:

1. Adjective Examples – Obsessive

1. My class teacher is very obsessive about punctuality. She never allows the late comers inside the class.
2. He was obsessive about his mother.
3. Rose was very obsessive about work.
4. Romeo was very obsessive about Juliet. He never allowed anyone to talk to her.
5. Some people are so obsessive about cleanliness that it’s hard for them to tolerate untidiness.

2. Adverb Examples – Obsessively

1. He was obsessively concerned about his pet dog.
2. His focus is obsessively on that one particular website that contests more giveaways.
3. Keith was raised by obsessively proud parents.
4. On the first day of the class, when everyone was busy making friends, a little boy was obsessively worried about the syllabus.
5. Her mother obsessively made her drink the protein milkshake.

3. Noun Examples – Obsessiveness

1. The new movie seemed to instill some sort of obsessiveness in the fans.
2. For a constant victory, one must have a quality of obsessiveness and determination.
3. If Raj is unable to control his obsessiveness, he must talk to a counselor.
4. Her obsessiveness towards the canvases suggests that there is something more anxious happening off-canvas.
5. Raj’s obsessiveness towards his cat is adorable and painful at the same time.