noun🔗ShareA state that is characterized by compulsive drug use or compulsive engagement in rewarding behavior, despite negative consequences."His addiction to video games was affecting his schoolwork and relationships with his family. "medicinemindbodyconditionsocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe state of being addicted; devotion; inclination."Her addiction to helping others was so strong that she often neglected her own needs. "medicineminddiseaseconditiontendencyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA habit or practice that damages, jeopardizes or shortens one's life but when ceased causes trauma."His addiction to video games was damaging his schoolwork and impacting his relationships with his family. When he tried to quit, the withdrawal was so intense it caused him significant trauma. "medicinemindsocietyconditionhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA pathological relationship to mood altering experience that has life damaging consequences."Sarah's addiction to social media was damaging her schoolwork and relationships with her family. "medicineminddiseasephysiologyconditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
