ADDICTION - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs)

Categories: Physical condition, Physiological state, Physiological condition

Part of speech: Noun

an abnormally strong craving

Categories: Craving

Part of speech: Noun

(Roman law) a formal award by a magistrate of a thing or person to another person (as the award of a debtor to his creditor); a surrender to a master

Example: under Roman law addiction was the justification for slavery

Categories: Award, Awarding

addict – A related word in the same word family.

ion – A related word in the same word family.

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