addiction

Definition

• n. being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs)
• n. an abnormally strong craving
• n. (Roman law) a formal award by a magistrate of a thing or person to another person (as the award of a debtor to his creditor); a surrender to a master

Word forms

Plural

addictions

Example sentences

1. n.

   Many people struggle with addiction to video games, losing track of time while playing.

2. n.

   Her addiction to coffee made it hard for her to start the day without a cup.