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Addict

🇬🇧 UK //ˈædɪkt// 🇺🇸 US //ˈædɪkt//

Meaning of Addict

A person who cannot stop using a substance or engaging in a behavior.

In simple words: A person who is very dependent on something.

Addict in a sentence

• He became an addict after just a few tries of the drug.
• She was known as a shopping addict, unable to resist sales.
• Many people struggle to overcome their identities as an addict.
• The show features stories of individuals who were once an addict but have found recovery.
• It’s essential to provide support to anyone you know who is an addict.

How to use Addict

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Commonly used to describe dependency on substances or activities.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of someone who can't 'add' anything else to their life without their addiction.

Related words

Collocations with Addict

• drug addict
• alcohol addict
• shopping addict
• gaming addict

Synonyms for Addict

• dependent
• user
• junkie
• habitual user
• enthusiast

Opposites of Addict

• moderate
• casual user

Common mistakes with Addict

• Confused with 'addicted' which is the adjective form.
• Omitting the context; saying 'an addict' without specifying what they are addicted to.
• Overusing in a casual context; 'addict' is serious and should be used carefully.

Frequently asked questions about Addict

What does Addict mean?

A person who is very dependent on something.

What is the definition of Addict?

A person who cannot stop using a substance or engaging in a behavior.

How do you use Addict in a sentence?

He became an addict after just a few tries of the drug.

Can you give another example of Addict?

She was known as a shopping addict, unable to resist sales.

What are synonyms for Addict?

Common alternatives include dependent, user, junkie, habitual user, enthusiast.

What is the opposite of Addict?

Opposite meanings include moderate, casual user.

What words go with Addict?

It commonly pairs with drug addict, alcohol addict, shopping addict, gaming addict.

What are common mistakes when using Addict?

Confused with 'addicted' which is the adjective form. Omitting the context; saying 'an addict' without specifying what they are addicted to. Overusing in a casual context; 'addict' is serious and should be used carefully.

How do you pronounce Addict?

US: //ˈædɪkt//, UK: //ˈædɪkt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Addict?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Commonly used to describe dependency on substances or activities.

What CEFR level is Addict?

"Addict" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.