addicted

adjective

ad·​dict·​ed ə-ˈdik-təd How to pronounce addicted (audio)
Synonyms of addictednext
: having an addiction:
a
: exhibiting a compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity
addicted to heroin/alcohol/gambling
addicted smokers
b
: strongly inclined to do, use, or indulge in something repeatedly
I'm addicted to great tomatoes, so I started two French varieties from seed and gave fully a third of my garden to them.—Chris Jerome
Like Sherlock Holmes, Maigret is perceived by addicted readers as a historical figure rather than a creature of fiction …—Mavis Gallant

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Many high performers are addicted to the wrong kind of improvement. — Gerald J. Leonard, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026 Those who become addicted to nicotine via e-cigarettes are more likely to go on to smoke cigarettes. — Dick Durbin, STAT, 27 May 2026 Another became addicted to pain meds after a sports injury. — Ciara McCarthy 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 June 2026 There’s also an entire subreddit is dedicated to people who have become addicted to the kratom drink Feel Free. — Frank Landymore, Futurism, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for addicted

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of addict entry 2

First Known Use

1546, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of addicted was in 1546

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“Addicted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/addicted. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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