noun a person who is addicted to drugs, especially heroin
In discussions of addiction and mental health, 'dope fiend' may be used to describe individuals struggling with substance abuse disorders.
Used in legal contexts to refer to individuals who engage in criminal activities related to drug use or distribution.
A derogatory term used to describe a person who is addicted to drugs, especially illegal narcotics.
Commonly used in movies, music, and literature to depict characters with drug addiction issues.
In informal language, 'dope fiend' can be used to refer to someone who is constantly seeking out drugs or high on drugs.
The term 'dope fiend' may be used in a writer's work of fiction to describe a character struggling with substance abuse.
In psychology, 'dope fiend' may be used to refer to individuals with a substance use disorder involving illegal drugs.