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Addictive (Adjective)

Meaning

Causing or characterized by addiction; "addictive drugs"; "addictive behavior".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • Caffeine can be an addictive substance, especially when consumed in large amounts over a prolonged period of time.
  • Some researchers have found that social media can be an addictive environment for many users.
  • The doctor cautioned her patient that the pain medication she was prescribed was highly addictive.
  • The game's developers deliberately created an addictive format to keep players engaged for hours.
  • Many people find sugary foods to be highly addictive, which can lead to unhealthy eating habits.

Synonyms

  • Habit-forming

Antonyms

  • Nonaddictive

Related Words

  • Addict (verb)
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