addict Definition
- 1a person who is addicted to a particular substance, typically an illegal drug
- 2a person who is addicted to a particular activity or habit
Using addict: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "addict" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He was a heroin addict for many years.
Example
She is a self-confessed chocoholic and addict.
Example
He became addicted to gambling after his first visit to the casino.
addict Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for addict
Phrases with addict
Example
The government has launched a campaign to help drug addicts get treatment.
Example
He's a work addict and can't seem to switch off even when he's at home.
a person who is addicted to social media and spends excessive amounts of time on it
Example
She's a social media addict and can't go a day without checking her phone.
Origins of addict
from Latin 'addictus', meaning 'assigned, surrendered'
Summary: addict in Brief
An 'addict' [ˈædɪkt] is a person who is addicted to a particular substance or activity. It can refer to drug addicts, work addicts, or social media addicts, among others. Synonyms include 'junkie,' 'user,' and 'abuser.'
