noun

The word "addict" as a noun refers to a person who is physically or psychologically dependent on a substance or activity, often to the point where it negatively affects their life. For example, someone who cannot stop using drugs or alcohol despite harmful consequences is considered an addict. It can also apply to strong compulsions towards activities like gambling or technology.

verb

As a verb, "addict" means to cause someone to become dependent on a substance or activity. For example, "The drug can addict users quickly," means that the drug can make users dependent on it.

Example

noun

1. He is a video game addict and spends hours playing every day.
2. The clinic helps people who are drug addicts recover and rebuild their lives.
3. She became an internet addict, unable to go a day without checking her social media.

verb

1. The novel can easily addict readers with its gripping story.
2. She was addicted to the new smartphone game and played it constantly.
3. The marketing campaign aimed to addict people to the brand's latest product.