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addiction
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addiction
Noun
  • A state that is characterized by compulsive drug use or compulsive engagement in rewarding behavior, despite negative consequences. medicine
  • The state of being addicted; devotion; inclination.
  • A habit or practice that damages, jeopardizes or shortens one's life but when ceased causes trauma.
  • A pathological relationship to mood altering experience that has life damaging consequences.