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 In the throes of postpartum depression after having her daughter, Kaya, Panettiere became addicted to alcohol and Klonopin, a prescription drug that can treat anxiety and seizure disorders but has a risk of dependency and withdrawal symptoms. — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for addicted

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Adjective

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

For those companies still accustomed to operating analog systems, there is often a shrinking pool of talent specializing in legacy technologies, with more of them retiring every year.

— Timor Brik, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Many astronomers are accustomed to downloading data from Hubble and Webb onto personal computers.

— Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of accustomed

Adjective

Tennis has always been highly dependent on the weather; unlike in soccer or football, rain cancels or delays a match until the court is dry enough to be playable.

— Aaron Short, Curbed, 3 Sep. 2026
Sanctioning that deal was always dependent on Liverpool being able to recruit a suitable replacement for the Netherlands international at an acceptable price.

— James Pearce, New York Times, 2 Sep. 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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