addictive

adjective

ə-ˈdik-tiv How to pronounce addictive (audio)
Definition of addictivenext
as in addicting
causing or relating to a physiological need for certain drugs an addictive painkiller

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Recent Examples of addictive But no comparable infrastructure exists to probe whether social media is addictive and how that addiction might be identified and treated, nor is there government funding to support it. — Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2026 The music, lyrics, performance, and choreography were addictive and fun – and earned her a win on South Korean music shows. — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 Psilocybin isn’t addictive, but research hasn’t established that microdosing is safe. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 5 Aug. 2026 The Prime Video show is so addictive that even Morgan finished it in one sitting. — Samantha Highfill, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for addictive
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addicting
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  • Crunchy and creamy, tangy and briny, this dill pickle dip is an addicting concoction that will be welcome at any gathering.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
  • From Gracie Abrams and Oprah to our cool Gen-Z editors, everyone is on board the Cyklar train for its addicting, affordable perfumes.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 29 June 2026
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