addiction
A state that is characterized by compulsive drug use or compulsive engagement in rewarding behavior, despite negative…
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Definition of Addiction
A state that is characterized by compulsive drug use or compulsive engagement in rewarding behavior, despite negative consequences.
A state that is characterized by compulsive drug use or compulsive engagement in rewarding behavior, despite negative consequences.
How to use Addiction
Addiction is a noun. When using it in writing, make sure the meaning fits the context of your sentence. Reading the word aloud after placing it in a sentence is a reliable check for natural usage.
Synonyms for Addiction
Antonyms for Addiction
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How many syllables does addiction have?
Addiction has 3 syllables: add·ict·ion. The word is broken into 3 spoken beats.
What part of speech is addiction?
Addiction is used as a noun. As a noun, it names a thing, idea, or concept.
What are synonyms for addiction?
This entry does not currently list synonyms for addiction. Try the Word Explorer or the Prefix Finder to explore related word patterns.
How do you use addiction in a sentence?
Addiction can be used in sentences where a noun describing a state that is characterized by compulsive drug use or compulsive engagement in is needed. Writing the word in context and reading it aloud is the best way to confirm natural usage.
What words start with the same letter as addiction?
Addiction starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.
How many letters does addiction have?
Addiction has 9 letters. It contains 3 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.