preoccupation

/pɹiˌɑkjəpˈeɪʃən/ · 5 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. an idea that preoccupies the mind and holds the attention
2. the mental state of being preoccupied by something
3. the act of taking occupancy before someone else does

Synonyms for preoccupation

• preoccupancy
• absorption
• engrossment

Words that rhyme with preoccupation

• operation
• variation
• representation
• separation
• association
• derivation
• elevation
• inclination
• preparation
• application
• combination
• concentration
• formation
• foundation
• generation
• irritation
• organisation
• organization
• presentation
• radiation
• regulation
• relaxation
• replication
• reservation
• restoration
• translation
• accommodation
• administration
• animation
• assimilation