Synonyms of preoccupy

Verb

1. preoccupy, control, command

usage: engage or engross the interest or attention of beforehand or occupy urgently or obsessively; "His work preoccupies him"; "The matter preoccupies her completely--she cannot think of anything else"

2. preoccupy, assume, usurp, seize, take over, arrogate

usage: occupy or take possession of beforehand or before another or appropriate for use in advance; "the army preoccupied the hills"

Definition and meaning of preoccupy (Dictionary)