Meaning of TAKEN UP(P)

WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[adj]  having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something; "became more and more haunted by the stupid riddle"; "was absolutely obsessed with the girl"; "got no help from his wife who was preoccupied with the children"; "he was taken up in worry for the old woman"
	Synonyms:		concerned, haunted, obsessed, preoccupied