Vocabulary Entry

addicted

|adjective • verb

adjective

Physically and mentally dependent on a particular substance or activity.

Example Sentences

"He became addicted to smoking after a few months."

"Many people are addicted to their smartphones and can't put them down."

"She struggled with being addicted to video games."

verb

Example Sentences

"The drug can easily addict those who use it."

"His gambling habit began to addict him to financial risks."

"The game was designed to addict players with its engaging gameplay."