Main entry: haunted, preoccupied, taken up, obsessed
Definition: having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something
Usage: became more and more haunted by the stupid riddle; was absolutely obsessed with the girl; got no help from his wife who was preoccupied with the children; he was taken up in worry for the old woman
Main entry: obsessed, possessed
Definition: influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion
Usage: by love possessed