obsessiveness

NOUN

fanaticism

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bigotry extremism hatred intolerance zeal zealotry

STRONG

abandonment arbitrariness bias contumacy dedication devotion dogma enthusiasm faction frenzy immoderation infatuation injustice madness monomania obstinacy partiality partisanship passion prejudice rage single-mindedness stubbornness superstition tenacity transport unfairness unruliness violence willfulness

WEAK

incorrigibility unreasonableness

Antonyms

STRONG

apathy calmness dislike doubt fairness impartiality indifference irresolution justice peace peacefulness

WEAK

disinterest unenthusiasm

Example Sentences

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Obsessiveness that goes beyond dedication to work is a common trait.

From New York Times • Dec. 15, 2022

Obsessiveness is in the eye of the beholder.

From New York Times • May 26, 2014

Obsessiveness caused by the urge to produce the perfect form of his ‘vision.’

From New York Times • Feb. 3, 2011