preoccupied

• 形容人的心思被某件事占据，常指因担忧或焦虑而陷入沉思、心不在焉。

Describes a state of being absorbed in thought, especially about something that causes worry or concern.

1. Absorbed in thoughtB2formal

   Engrossed in one's own thoughts, often to the point of being unaware of one's surroundings.

   若有所思

   • She was so preoccupied with her worries that she didn't hear the doorbell.
   • He sat at the table, preoccupied and staring into space.
   • The professor was preoccupied with his research and forgot the appointment.

   同义词absorbedengrossedintentmeditativepensiveraptthoughtful

   反义词alertattentiveawareobservantwatchful

2. Distracted or inattentiveB2formal

   Having one's attention taken away from the present situation by other concerns.

   心不在焉

   • The driver was preoccupied with his phone and nearly caused an accident.
   • She gave a preoccupied nod, not really listening to the conversation.
   • He was too preoccupied with work to enjoy the party.

   同义词absentmindedabsorbeddaydreamingdistractedengrossedinattentivemusingpensivethoughtfulunfocused

   反义词alertattentivefocused

• 动词，表示某事物完全占据或吸引某人的注意力或思绪，常使人无暇顾及其他事情。

A verb used to indicate the act of engaging or absorbing someone's attention or mind completely, often to the exclusion of other matters.

1. Engage attentionB2formal

   To completely absorb or engross someone's interest or thoughts, often in a way that excludes other things.

   占据注意力

   • The upcoming exam preoccupied her mind for weeks.
   • His work constantly preoccupies him, leaving little time for hobbies.
   • The mystery of the missing painting preoccupied the detective.

   同义词absorbconsumedistractengageengrossgripimmersemonopolizeobsessoccupy

   反义词disregardignoreneglect

2. Occupy beforehandC1formal

   To take possession of or occupy something in advance, before another person or event.

   预先占据

   • The new tenant preoccupied the apartment before the lease officially started.
   • The team preoccupied the meeting room for their private discussion.
   • The land was preoccupied by settlers before the survey was completed.

   同义词preemptprepossess