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PREOCCUPATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Preoccupation.

Preoccupation - as a noun

An idea that preoccupies the mind and holds the attention

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
idea5thought14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The mental state of being preoccupied by something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
absorption14engrossment14preoccupancy25
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cognitive statestate of mind
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of taking occupancy before someone else does

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
preoccupancy25

Example Sentences

"Her constant preoccupation with her appearance is causing her stress."
"His preoccupation with work often hinders his social life."
"The team's preoccupation with winning the game led them to neglect their defensive strategy."
"I can't concentrate on my studies with all these preoccupations on my mind."
"The artist's preoccupation with capturing light in her paintings is evident in her work."
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Word Game Points

Is PREOCCUPATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, preoccupation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PREOCCUPATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.

Is PREOCCUPATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, preoccupation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREOCCUPATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.

Is PREOCCUPATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, preoccupation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREOCCUPATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 26.

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