Synonyms of addiction

addiction

noun

ə-ˈdik-shən 

as in dependence

a physiological need for certain drugs

an addiction to heroin

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dependence
• habit
• tolerance
• alcoholism
• monkey
• jones
• habituation
• heroinism
• morphinism

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of addiction

Lloyd had not been candid about his struggles with substance use and addiction until the publication of his memoir. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2026

Montana says War Angel Farms works with people battling addiction, mental health challenges, veterans, even people convicted of DUI offenses, giving them a chance to do community service and connect with animals. — Brian Unger, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026

Panettiere was open about her struggles The actress had publicly shared her struggles with early fame and her battles with mental health and addiction. — Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2026

In 2018, Perry’s colon burst — complications from his years of opioid addiction. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 27 Oct. 2026