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Preoccupied

🔄 Synonyms of "Preoccupied"

8 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

WordDefinition
bemusedperplexed and bewildered
thoughtfulDemonstrating kindness or consideration for others.
lostIn an unknown location; unable to be found.
concernedShowing concern.
hauntedOf a location, frequented by a ghost or ghosts.
obsessedIntensely preoccupied with or by a given topic or emotion; driven by a specified obsession.
taken up
deep in thought

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Preoccupied"

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WordDefinition
lostIn an unknown location; unable to be found.
bemusedperplexed and bewildered
concernedShowing concern.
obsessedIntensely preoccupied with or by a given topic or emotion; driven by a specified obsession.
thoughtfulDemonstrating kindness or consideration for others.
hauntedOf a location, frequented by a ghost or ghosts.
deep in thoughtverb
taken upverb
distractedhaving one's attention diverted; preoccupied; distrait (literary)
disruptedSubject to disruption.
troubledAnxious, worried, careworn.
worriedThinking about unpleasant things that have happened or that might happen; feeling afraid and unhappy.
perturbedDisturbed; flustered.
fascinatedextremely interested
concentratedNot dilute; having a high concentration.
disturbedHaving been altered or changed.
occupiedReserved; engaged.
filled(followed by with) That is now full.
employedIn a job; working.
alarmedWorried; anxious; panicky.

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