Megszállni

Megszállni is a Hungarian verb that carries multiple meanings, often related to occupying, inhabiting, or being possessed. Its primary sense refers to a physical act of taking up residence in a place, such as a hotel or an apartment. In this context, it implies staying or lodging somewhere for a period of time. For example, "megszállni egy szállodában" means to stay in a hotel.

Beyond the literal meaning of lodging, "megszállni" can also denote being occupied by something non-physical. A common usage is in the context of supernatural possession, where a spirit or demon is believed to inhabit a person's body. In this sense, it conveys an idea of being under the control or influence of an external entity.

Furthermore, the verb can describe being engrossed or preoccupied with a particular thought, idea, or activity. When someone is "megszállva" a certain notion, it suggests they are intensely focused on it, to the point of obsession. This can be a positive trait, like a passionate pursuit of a hobby, or a negative one, indicating an unhealthy fixation. The specific meaning is usually discernible from the surrounding context.