as in addicting
causing or relating to a physiological need for certain drugs
an addictive painkiller
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Recent Examples of addictive
Sports betting also faces criticism for opening the door to addictive gambling.
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Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
The spicy Korean burger is for the more adventurous among us, but the piquant pickled slaw on top is super addictive.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
Research so far indicates that GLP-1 therapies can help regulate brain pathways related to addictive behaviors, thereby potentially reducing substance use while simultaneously addressing conditions like diabetes and obesity.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 21 Oct. 2025
In 2024, Campbell filed a lawsuit against TikTok, alleging the platform was deliberately designed to be addictive and harmful to young users, violating state consumer protection laws.
—State House News Service, Boston Herald, 21 Oct. 2025
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Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
The spicy Korean burger is for the more adventurous among us, but the piquant pickled slaw on top is super addictive.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
Research so far indicates that GLP-1 therapies can help regulate brain pathways related to addictive behaviors, thereby potentially reducing substance use while simultaneously addressing conditions like diabetes and obesity.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 21 Oct. 2025
In 2024, Campbell filed a lawsuit against TikTok, alleging the platform was deliberately designed to be addictive and harmful to young users, violating state consumer protection laws.
—State House News Service, Boston Herald, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for addictive
addicting
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This twist on the salt and watermelon trick makes for a unique and addicting snack that is the perfect vinegary bite.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
22 Aug. 2025
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That outro is just too addicting; fans aren’t going to quit listening on repeat for a long, long time.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Addictive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addictive. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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