preoccupation (프리**어**큐**페이**션) — the state of being absorbed in thought about something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the state of being absorbed in thought about something
Pronunciation (IPA): /priˌɑːkjəˈpeɪʃən/
Korean meaning: 어떤 것에 몰두하거나 집착하는 상태
Korean pronunciation: 프리**어**큐**페이**션
Example Sentences
- Her preoccupation with social media likes prevented her from enjoying the sunset.
- The professor's preoccupation with ancient history made dinner conversations quite lengthy.
- Climate change has become a major preoccupation for young activists worldwide.
preoccupation
NOUN//priˌɑːkjəˈpeɪʃən//
the state of being absorbed in thought about something
the state of being absorbed in thought about something
Even on vacation, preoccupation with education!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'praeoccupare'에서 유래되었으며, '미리(prae)'와 '차지하다(occupare)'가 결합되어 '마음을 미리 차지하다'는 의미로 발전했습니다.
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📝Examples
“Her preoccupation with social media likes prevented her from enjoying the sunset.”
“The professor's preoccupation with ancient history made dinner conversations quite lengthy.”
“Climate change has become a major preoccupation for young activists worldwide.”
“His preoccupation with finding the perfect coffee bean led him to visit 47 cafes in one month.”
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