Addictive: meaning, definitions and examples
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addictive
[ əˈdɪktɪv ]
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.
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
Word origin
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.
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- 19940 referencing
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- 19942 messaging
- 19943 addictive
- 19944 petrified
- 19945 escalated
- 19946 farthing
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