preoccupation (priːˌɒkjʊˈpeɪʃən
) or preoccupancy (priːˈɒkjʊpənsɪ)
Definitions
noun
- the state of being preoccupied, esp mentally
- something that holds the attention or preoccupies the mind
Synonyms
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absorption,
musing,
oblivion,
abstraction,
daydreaming,
immersion,
reverie,
absent-mindedness,
brown study,
inattentiveness,
absence of mind
pensiveness,
engrossment,
prepossession,
woolgathering,
Usage examples
His preoccupation with the chestnut was deliberate, a play for time that was calculated to make his sister squirm.
, Noble Beginnnings (1994)Most depressing, is the preoccupation with'affordable housing '.
Spiked (2005)Foreign development assistance is a long-standing preoccupation for Mr. Martin.
Globe and Mail (2003)Making the best use of Nedved, signed from Lazio, has also been a preoccupation for Lippi.
Times, Sunday Times (2002)This gives the Virgo Moon the capacity for self-satisfaction and a preoccupation with the pleasure of pure thought.
, MOON ASTROLOGY FOR LOVERS (2002)