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

Phil Mickelson checked himself into a treatment center earlier this year, seeking help for family trauma and addiction, a representative said. — Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026

Many opponents of Housing First policies don't think services including addiction and mental health treatment should be optional. — ABC News, 30 Sep. 2026

New York — Prediction site Polymarket rolled out new consumer protections and anti-addiction measures Wednesday, as a growing number of policymakers call for more regulation of the booming industry. — Marshall Cohen, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2026

Matthew Perry’s family and friends remember the late actor’s incredible talent, generosity, and long battle with addiction in the poignant new trailer for the upcoming documentary, The One About Matthew Perry. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 29 Sep. 2026