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obsessive-compulsive

(əb sesiv kəm pulsiv)

adjective

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 repeated, somewhat ritualistic performances of certain acts

noun

a person who is obsessive-compulsive

See obsessive-compulsive in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
Relating to or characterized by a tendency to dwell on unwanted thoughts or ideas or perform certain repetitious rituals, especially as a defense against anxiety from unconscious conflicts: obsessive-compulsive behavior.
noun
An obsessive-compulsive person.

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