addiction
/əˈdɪkʃən/
noun
- The condition of being unable to stop doing or using something, especially something harmful.
- Video game addiction can affect a person's social life and schoolwork.
- She entered a treatment program to overcome her addiction to painkillers.
- His addiction to smoking caused serious health problems.
- A strong and enthusiastic interest in an activity or hobby.
- Running became a healthy addiction for her after she joined a local club.
- Her addiction to gardening means she spends every free moment in the yard.
- His addiction to collecting stamps started when he was a child.