B2noun 5K

Addiction

🇬🇧 UK /["/əˈdɪkʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/əˈdɪkʃn/"]/

Meaning of Addiction

the condition of being unable to stop using or doing something as a habit, especially something harmful

In simple words: A strong need to keep using something, especially drugs or alcohol.

Addiction in a sentence

• cocaine addiction
• He is now fighting his addiction to alcohol.
• an addiction to TV game shows/social media/gambling
• She stole money from her parents to feed her addiction.
• He was struggling to beat his heroin addiction.
• She had an addiction to heroin.

How to use Addiction

Use in discussions about health, behavior, or recovery. Avoid in formal legal contexts where specific terminology for substance use is preferred.

Grammar pattern

addiction + to + object

Memory hint

Think of 'add' in addiction; you're adding something you crave to your life.

Related words

Collocations with Addiction

• alcohol
• cocaine
• drug
• become
• turn into
• have
• addiction to

Synonyms for Addiction

• dependency
• habit
• compulsion
• obsession
• craving

Opposites of Addiction

• detachment
• independence

Common mistakes with Addiction

• Confused with 'habit' which is less severe than addiction.
• Using 'addict' as a verb instead of a noun.
• Saying 'addiction of' instead of 'addiction to'.

Frequently asked questions about Addiction

What does Addiction mean?

A strong need to keep using something, especially drugs or alcohol.

What is the definition of Addiction?

the condition of being unable to stop using or doing something as a habit, especially something harmful

How do you use Addiction in a sentence?

cocaine addiction

Can you give another example of Addiction?

He is now fighting his addiction to alcohol.

What are synonyms for Addiction?

Common alternatives include dependency, habit, compulsion, obsession, craving.

What is the opposite of Addiction?

Opposite meanings include detachment, independence.

What words go with Addiction?

It commonly pairs with alcohol, cocaine, drug, become, turn into, have, addiction to.

What are common mistakes when using Addiction?

Confused with 'habit' which is less severe than addiction. Using 'addict' as a verb instead of a noun. Saying 'addiction of' instead of 'addiction to'.

How do you pronounce Addiction?

US: /["/əˈdɪkʃn/"]/, UK: /["/əˈdɪkʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Addiction?

Use in discussions about health, behavior, or recovery. Avoid in formal legal contexts where specific terminology for substance use is preferred.

What CEFR level is Addiction?

"Addiction" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.