What is another word for preoccupies?
Pronunciation: [pɹɪˈɒkjʊpˌa͡ɪz] (IPA) 
The word preoccupies means to absorb or fill the mind of someone to the extent that they do not have time for anything else. There are many synonyms for preoccupies such as monopolize, engross, captivate, obsess, consume, and hijack. Monopolize means to have exclusive possession or control over something. Engross means to completely occupy the mind or attention. Captivate means to attract and hold the attention of someone by being interesting or charming. Obsess means to have an idea or thought constantly occupying one's mind. Consume means to devour or absorb something entirely. Hijack means to seize something without authorization and use it for one's own purposes.
