Synonyms for
Addicted
Definition
To be physically and mentally dependent on something, especially a substance.
Synonyms & similar words
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Formal
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- addicted to drugs
- addicted to gambling
- addicted to alcohol
- addicted to work
- addicted to video games
- severely addicted
- physically addicted
Word family
Usage note
While 'addicted' can be used informally for strong liking (e.g., 'addicted to chocolate'), its primary and most serious meaning relates to substance abuse or compulsive behaviors.
Example sentences
- He was addicted to candy and ate it every day.
- She was addicted to watching TV and would stay up all night.
- He was addicted to drugs and needed help to quit.
- She was addicted to shopping and spent all her money.
- He was addicted to exercise and worked out every day.
Quotes
I'm addicted to success.
I'm addicted to feeling good.
I'm addicted to the thrill of winning.