Drug Addict

Pronunciation: /drʌɡ ˈædɪkt/

Definitions of drug addict

noun a person who is addicted to drugs

Example Sentences

A1 My neighbor is a drug addict.

A2 The movie portrayed the struggles of a drug addict.

B1 The rehabilitation center offers support for drug addicts.

B2 The documentary interviewed a former drug addict about their recovery journey.

C1 The psychiatrist specializes in treating drug addicts with dual diagnosis.

C2 The support group provides a safe space for drug addicts to share their experiences.

Examples of drug addict in a Sentence

formal The counselor worked with the drug addict to develop a treatment plan.

informal I heard that John's cousin is a drug addict.

slang That guy is a total druggie, always looking for his next fix.

figurative Being addicted to social media can make you feel like a drug addict, constantly craving more.

Grammatical Forms of drug addict

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

Origin and Evolution of drug addict

First Known Use: 1889 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'drug addict' originated from the combination of the words 'drug' and 'addict', referring to a person who is addicted to drugs.

Evolution of the word: The term 'drug addict' has evolved over time to encompass a broader range of substances beyond just drugs, including alcohol and prescription medications. The understanding of addiction as a medical condition has also evolved, leading to less stigmatization of individuals struggling with substance use disorders.