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[きょう(強)·はく(迫)·かん(観)·ねん(念)]
kyouhakukannen
noun, no adjective

Root Words:

[きょう(強)·はく(迫) + かん(観)·ねん(念)]
kyouhaku + kannen

English Meaning(s) for 強迫観念

noun, no adjective
  1. obsession; unreasonable but compulsive idea
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Definition and Synonyms for 強迫観念

Obsession an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something or someone
Synonyms: 強迫観念
Obsession an irrational motive for performing trivial or repetitive actions, even against your will
Synonyms: 強迫, 強迫観念

Meanings for each kanji in 強迫観念

» strong
» urge; force; imminent; spur on
» outlook; look; appearance; condition; view
» wish; sense; idea; thought; feeling; desire; attention

Categories 強迫観念 is a member of

Preoccupation an idea that preoccupies the mind and holds the attention
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Irrational Motive a motivation that is inconsistent with reason or logic
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 強迫観念

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Sample Sentences for 強迫観念

I was assailed by the stupid, but unshakeable, idea that if I was imprudent enough to move my hand I'd be noticed.
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