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addictive

 

[ əˈdɪktɪv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

behavior

Causing or likely to cause someone to become addicted. Having a strong inclination to do, use, or indulge in something repeatedly.

Synonyms

compulsive, habit-forming, obsessive

Examples of usage

  • It's hard to quit smoking because nicotine is so addictive.
  • Video games can be highly addictive, leading to hours of gameplay.
  • She found the new TV series addictive and binge-watched the entire season in one weekend.
Context #2 | Adjective

substance

Of a substance: causing or likely to cause someone to become addicted. Having a strong inclination to consume the substance repeatedly.

Synonyms

compulsive, habit-forming, obsessive

Examples of usage

  • Cocaine is known for its highly addictive properties.
  • Painkillers can be addictive if not taken as prescribed.
  • Alcohol is a legal but potentially addictive substance.

Translations

Translations of the word "addictive" in other languages:

🇵🇹 viciante

🇮🇳 व्यसनी

🇩🇪 süchtig machend

🇮🇩 membuat ketagihan

🇺🇦 викликає звикання

🇵🇱 uzależniający

🇯🇵 中毒性の

🇫🇷 addictif

🇪🇸 adictivo

🇹🇷 bağımlılık yapan

🇰🇷 중독성 있는

🇸🇦 مسبب للإدمان

🇨🇿 návykový

🇸🇰 návykový

🇨🇳 上瘾的

🇸🇮 zasvojljiv

🇮🇸 ávanabindandi

🇰🇿 тәуелділік тудыратын

🇬🇪 დამოკიდებული

🇦🇿 asılılıq yaradan

🇲🇽 adictivo

Etymology

The word 'addictive' originates from the Latin word 'addictivus', meaning 'to assign or surrender'. In modern usage, it is commonly associated with substances or behaviors that create a dependency or strong desire for repeated use.

See also: addicted, addiction.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,943, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.