adjective
having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something
Synonyms
Examples
- became more and more haunted by the stupid riddle
- was absolutely obsessed with the girl
- got no help from his wife who was preoccupied with the children
- he was taken up in worry for the old woman
adjective
influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion
Synonyms
possessed(p)
Examples
- by love possessed
verb
haunt like a ghost
Synonyms
Examples
- pursue
- Fear of illness haunts her
verb
be preoccupied with something
Synonyms
Examples
- She is obsessing over her weight