Pronunciation: /ˈʃɑpɪŋ əˈdɪkʃən/
noun a person's compulsive need to shop and purchase items excessively, often leading to financial problems
A1 She has a shopping addiction and can't resist buying things she doesn't need.
A2 His shopping addiction has led to financial problems for him and his family.
B1 Many people with a shopping addiction struggle to control their impulse to buy things.
B2 The consequences of her shopping addiction have affected her relationships and career.
C1 Therapy and support groups can be effective in treating a shopping addiction.
C2 Her shopping addiction spiraled out of control, leading to bankruptcy and legal troubles.
formal Shopping addiction is a serious mental health disorder that can lead to financial problems.
informal I think my friend has a shopping addiction because she can't stop buying things.
slang She's totally addicted to shopping, it's like her drug.
figurative His shopping addiction is like a black hole that sucks up all his money.
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