addictive

adjective

ə-ˈdik-tiv How to pronounce addictive (audio)
Definition of addictivenext
as in addicting
causing or relating to a physiological need for certain drugs an addictive painkiller

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Recent Examples of addictive Bovary is in some sense a morality tale, but what lifts it above didacticism, along with its bone-deep interiority, is that its romantic plotlines are as addictive as the genre works that have ruined poor Emma Bovary. — Boris Kachka, The Atlantic, 3 July 2026 Watching the telemetry system visualize changing solar conditions throughout the day became surprisingly addictive and genuinely useful during testing. — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026 Thanks in part to the addictive vocals of band members Adriana Flores and Bryan Ponce, the Altons were designated as one of the flagship bands for roots label Daptone Records new soul spinoff, Penrose Records. — Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 2 July 2026 States, school districts, and families are asking courts to determine whether platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube contributed to anxiety, depression, self-harm, addictive use, educational disruption, and public costs. — Alex Smolak, STAT, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for addictive
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addicting
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  • Crunchy and creamy, tangy and briny, this dill pickle dip is an addicting concoction that will be welcome at any gathering.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
  • From Gracie Abrams and Oprah to our cool Gen-Z editors, everyone is on board the Cyklar train for its addicting, affordable perfumes.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 29 June 2026
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“Addictive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addictive. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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