Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
addiction
noun
/əˈdɪk.ʃən/
Definition
Addiction is a strong dependence on a substance or behavior that is difficult to overcome.
Examples
- The addiction to nicotine can lead to serious health issues.
- Overcoming an addiction often requires support and treatment.
- His addiction to video games affected his social life.
Meaning
It refers to the compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli despite adverse consequences.
Synonyms
- habit
- dependence
- obsession
- compulsion
