Synonyms of fixate

fixate

verb

as in to gaze

to look at or think about something constantly; to give all of your attention to something

—usually + on or upon

The cat was fixated on a small hole in the wall.

Why do journalists fixate on scandals?

Related Words

• gaze
• stare
• eye
• consider
• watch
• gawk
• observe
• regard
• gape
• gloat
• blink
• peer
• gawp
• glower
• ogle
• glare
• rubberneck
• goggle
• peruse
• leer
• study
• pore (over)
• stare down
• outstare
• outface

Dissimilar Words

• glimpse
• glance
• scan
• browse
• dip (into)
• peek
• peep
• wink (at)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of fixate

Leaders who fixate on one outcome tend to override the signals that would normally prompt a course correction. — Dr. Samantha Madhosingh, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026

Refn has long been fixated on men who try, and fail, to protect their women. — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026

Fascinatingly, the journey of the eager-to-please author often paralleled that of the novel’s protagonist, who fixates relentlessly on how others perceive her. — Literary Hub, 13 July 2026

Continue reading … ON THE RECORD — Michigan Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed fires back at CNN choosing to 'fixate' on 'defund the police' comments. — FOXNews.com, 13 July 2026