obsessive

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   Prone to cause obsession.

   The idea is too tempting, it's obsessive.

2. 2
   adj

   Having one thought or pursuing one activity to the absolute or nearly absolute exclusion of all others.

   Hardcore fans' obsessive behavior may take over their lives.

3. 3
   adj

   Excessive, as results from obsession.

   A workaholic's obsessive zeal may lead to success or burnout.

4. 4
   adj

   characterized by or constituting an obsession

5. 5
   noun

   a person who has obsessions

6. 6
   noun

   A person who is obsessed, who has an obsession.

Etymology

From obsess + -ive.