Meaning Of The Word Obsessive-compulsive

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obsessive-compulsive in American English
a person who is obsessive-compulsive
designating or of a mental disorder, esp. a neurosis, characterized by compulsive thoughts or actions, irresistible urges, etc., that are unwanted and uncontrollable and interfere with work, social activity, and personal relationships, and often appear as
adjective: of or pertaining to a personality style characterized by perfectionism, indecision, conscientiousness, concern with detail, rigidity, and inhibition
noun: a person having such a personality style

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