Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Addiction.
Addiction - as a noun
Being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dependancedependencedependencyhabituationHypernyms (Closely Related)
physical conditionphysiological conditionphysiological stateHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An abnormally strong craving
(roman law) a formal award by a magistrate of a thing or person to another person (as the award of a debtor to his creditor); a surrender to a master
Example: "Under roman law addiction was the justification for slavery"
Example Sentences
"He struggled with drug addiction for years."
"Her addiction to gambling ruined her financially."
"Video game addiction is becoming a serious issue among teenagers."
"His addiction to social media was affecting his personal relationships."
"Marijuana addiction is often downplayed, but it can have serious consequences."
Word Game Points
Is ADDICTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, addiction is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ADDICTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is ADDICTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, addiction is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordADDICTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is ADDICTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, addiction is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordADDICTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
