Obsessive Behavior Terminology

verb to place or fix in a particular position or direction

adjective having a strong desire or determination to achieve something

preposition to cause someone to be very eager or determined to do something

• The company is set on expanding its operations to new markets.
• She's really set on getting that promotion at work.
• I'm set on hitting up that new burger joint for lunch.
• His mind was set on achieving his dreams no matter what obstacles came his way.

verb to focus one's attention or emotions on something in an obsessive or unhealthy manner

• It is important not to fixate on minor details and instead focus on the bigger picture.
• She tends to fixate on what others think of her, but it's not worth stressing over.
• Don't fixate on that drama, it's not worth your time.
• His mind would fixate on her image, unable to let go of the memory.

noun a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• It is highly inappropriate to make a dead set at someone in a professional setting.
• I heard John tried to make a dead set at Sarah during the meeting.
• Don't even think about making a dead set at him, he's not interested.
• She made a dead set at him with her piercing gaze, causing him to feel uncomfortable.