Cool MateMeaning of Junkie
A person suffering from addiction, especially to drugs.
In simple words: A person addicted to drugs or something bad.
Junkie in a sentence
- He used to be a junkie but has been clean for years now.
- The term 'sports junkie' refers to someone who is obsessed with sports.
- Many people think of her as a coffee junkie because she drinks so much of it.
- He described himself as a tech junkie, always needing the latest gadgets.
- The city's streets are filled with junkies seeking quick fixes during the night.
How to use Junkie
Used informally, often in a negative context. Can refer to drug addiction or intense interest in something. Avoid using in formal situations.
Grammar pattern
noun + 'junkie'
Memory hint
Think of 'junk' as worthless, and a 'junkie' is someone addicted to worthless things.
Related words
Collocations with Junkie
- drug junkie
- food junkie
- shopping junkie
- fitness junkie
- television junkie
Opposites of Junkie
- sober
- abstainer
Common mistakes with Junkie
- Confused with 'geek' - 'junkie' implies addiction, while 'geek' implies strong interest.
- Using it to describe casual hobbies instead of serious addiction.
- Misunderstanding its negative connotation.
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Junkie in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مدمن
شخص مدمن على المخدرات أو شيء سيء.
- Bengaliবাংলা
নেশাগ্রস্ত ব্যক্তি
মাদক বা কোনো খারাপ জিনিসের প্রতি আসক্ত ব্যক্তি।
- GermanDeutsch
Junkie
Jemand, der süchtig nach Drogen oder etwas Schlechtem ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Yonqui
Alguien que tiene una adicción fuerte a las drogas o a algo que le hace mal.
- Persianفارسی
اعتیادآور
شخصی که به مواد مخدر یا چیزی بد اعتیاد دارد.
- FrenchFrançais
Toxicomane, accro
Quelqu'un qui est accro aux drogues ou à quelque chose de mauvais.
- Hindiहिन्दी
जंकी
किसी चीज़ का आदी व्यक्ति, खासकर ड्रग्स या किसी बुरी चीज़ का।
- ItalianItaliano
Tossicodipendente, Drogato
Una persona dipendente da droghe o da qualcosa di brutto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Viciado
Uma pessoa viciada em drogas ou em algo ruim.
- RussianРусский
Наркоман, зависимый
Человек, который сильно зависит от чего-то, особенно от наркотиков.
- Urduاردو
نشئی، عادی
نشے کا عادی شخص یا کسی بری چیز کا عادی۔
- Chinese中文
瘾君子, 毒虫
A person addicted to drugs or something bad.
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Frequently asked questions about Junkie
What does Junkie mean?
A person addicted to drugs or something bad.
What is the definition of Junkie?
A person suffering from addiction, especially to drugs.
How do you use Junkie in a sentence?
He used to be a junkie but has been clean for years now.
Can you give another example of Junkie?
The term 'sports junkie' refers to someone who is obsessed with sports.
What are synonyms for Junkie?
Common alternatives include addict, drug addict, fiend, slave, dependent.
What is the opposite of Junkie?
Opposite meanings include sober, abstainer.
What words go with Junkie?
It commonly pairs with drug junkie, food junkie, shopping junkie, fitness junkie, television junkie.
What are common mistakes when using Junkie?
Confused with 'geek' - 'junkie' implies addiction, while 'geek' implies strong interest. Using it to describe casual hobbies instead of serious addiction. Misunderstanding its negative connotation.
How do you pronounce Junkie?
US: //ˈdʒʌŋki//, UK: //ˈdʒʌŋki//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Junkie formal or informal?
"Junkie" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Junkie?
Used informally, often in a negative context. Can refer to drug addiction or intense interest in something. Avoid using in formal situations.