Addiction

Pronunciation: /əˈdɪkʃən/

Definitions of addiction

noun the state of being enslaved to a habit or practice

Example Sentences

A1 Smoking can lead to addiction.

A2 Video game addiction is becoming more common among young people.

B1 Social media addiction can have negative effects on mental health.

B2 Drug addiction is a complex issue that requires professional help to overcome.

C1 Behavioral addictions, such as gambling or shopping, can be just as damaging as substance addictions.

C2 Overcoming addiction often requires a combination of therapy, support groups, and lifestyle changes.

Examples of addiction in a Sentence

formal The medical community recognizes addiction as a serious health condition that requires treatment.

informal My friend's addiction to video games is really affecting his grades.

slang I can't believe how addicted I am to this new TV show.

figurative Her addiction to shopping is like a black hole that never seems to be filled.

Grammatical Forms of addiction

• past tense: addicted
• plural: addictions
• comparative: more addicted
• superlative: most addicted
• present tense: addicts
• future tense: will be addicted
• perfect tense: have been addicted
• continuous tense: is being addicted
• singular: addiction
• positive degree: addicted
• infinitive: to addict
• gerund: addicting
• participle: addicting

Origin and Evolution of addiction

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'addiction' originated from the Latin word 'addictio', which means a formal giving over or surrendering of oneself to a master or owner.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'addiction' shifted from its original legal context to refer to a strong dependence on a substance or behavior, often with negative consequences.