ADDICTED Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

addicted

adjective

Definition of addicted

as in hooked

having a compulsive need for a harmful substance or activity The organization provides resources for drug addicted individuals. Having lost nearly all of his savings, he finally realized he was addicted to gambling.

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as in accustomed

having a great interest or need to do or have something I'm completely addicted to this new word game.

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Recent Examples of addicted Now, with one-year mercenary players plus rapid roster turnover, the first game deters even the most addicted sports gambler. — Mac Engel july 28, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 July 2026 The story follows Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie and crew as their owner Bonnie becomes addicted to her new favorite gadget, a kiddie smart tablet known as Lilypad. — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 9 July 2026 The state does not sufficiently fund services for people who become addicted to gambling via the sports-betting apps on their phones, mental health experts say, and there are not enough therapists trained to treat gambling addiction. — Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 18 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

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Even in brighter skies, its shape is recognizable, forming a hooked pattern that stands out from the surrounding stars.

— Jamie Carter, Space.com, 14 Aug. 2026
The word likely referred to the way grapes grow in hooked, clustered bunches.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026

Definition of hooked

Adjective

Its revenue generation is largely dependent on programmatic ads that run on the website, which generally produce between $2,000 and $5,000 per day.

— Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 26 Aug. 2026
In order to share Lee’s realm of experience, Clarke began to use heroin—inhaling, not injecting—and quickly became dependent on it.

— Richard Brody, New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of dependent

Adjective

In the center of town, check out Inquiring Minds Bookstore for used and new books with a great kids’ section or Enoki for an eclectic mix of Asian pantry items and vintage clothing.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Aug. 2026
Mihalich, who shares thrift shopping tips and finds with thousands of followers on Instagram, says buying used clothing is as much about saving money as sustainability.

— Joshua Sidorowicz, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026

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