Thesaurus

occupy

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of occupy

to hold the attention of

a puzzle will occupy that child for hours

Synonyms of occupy

absorb, bemuse, busy, catch up, engage, engross, enthrall (or enthral), enwrap, fascinate, grip, immerse, interest, intrigue, involve

Words Related to occupy

allure, attract, beguile, bewitch, captivate, charm, enchant, obsess

hypnotize, mesmerize

distract, preoccupy

hog, monopolize

Phrases Synonymous with occupy

catch one's eye

Near Antonyms of occupy

bore, jade, pall, tire, weary

Learn More about occupy

See words that rhyme with occupy Dictionary: Definition of occupy Spanish Central: Translation of occupy Nglish: Translation of occupy for Spanish speakers Britannica English: Translation of occupy for Arabic speakers

Seen and Heard

What made you want to look up occupy? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

show comments

WORD OF THE DAY

de rigueur

required by fashion, etiquette, or custom

Words at Play

Ask the Editors

Word Games