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addicted

American  
[uh-dik-tid] / əˈdɪk tɪd /

adjective

  1. compulsively committed or helplessly drawn to a practice or habit or to something psychologically or physically habit-forming (often used in combination).

    an intensive program for opioid-addicted physicians.


Sensitive Note

See addict.

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Etymology

Origin of addicted

First recorded in 1550–60; addict + -ed 2


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In August, Meta agreed to pay $18 billion to settle a sweeping lawsuit brought by US states accusing it of designing Instagram and Facebook to get children addicted.

From Barron's ● Sep. 26, 2026

Many also are addicted to the thrill of the hunt for rare, unique items at a better price.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026

“You get kind of addicted to that feeling,” she continues.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026

I get why people get addicted to online trading.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 11, 2026

“This is such a coincidence, because I am completely addicted to the home and design channels and I’ve heard about these itty-bitty homes. Although where do you go to the bathroom?” she says, cackling.

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio

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