Fixation
/fɪkˈseɪʃn/noun
An intense interest or obsession with something.
She has a fixation on cats, and owns over 20 of them.
Often appears as...
- have a fixation
- develop a fixation
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Unhealthy Obsession
Often indicates a problematic level of interest beyond normal enthusiasm.
His fixation on video games is affecting his grades.
Pro Tip 2/2Intensity of Emotion
Used to describe strong feelings that go beyond mere interest or liking.
There's a fixation in her eyes when she talks about art.
Compare with
addictioncompulsionfascinationinfatuationmaniaobsessionpreoccupation
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