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Synonyms for addicting


Grammar : Adj, verb
Spell : noun ad-ikt; verb uh-dikt
Phonetic Transcription : noun ˈæd ɪkt; verb əˈdɪkt

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Définition of addicting

Origin :
  • 1909, in reference to morphine, from addict (v.).
  • As in habitual : adj usual, established
  • As in habituate : verb prepare, accustom
Example sentences :
  • But he resisted it with great courage, addicting himself more than ever to the hardy exercises of the camp.
  • Extract from : « Memoirs of the Dukes of Urbino, Volume I (of 3) » by James Dennistoun
  • In one point of view he committed a great error in addicting himself to the drama.
  • Extract from : « The Age of Dryden » by Richard Garnett
  • An aged hermit named Sergius dwelt in the wilds of Arabia, addicting himself to the pursuit of religion and alchemy.
  • Extract from : « The Twilight of the Gods, and Other Tales » by Richard Garnett
  • Economists have of late been reproached with addicting themselves too much to the study of Wealth.
  • Extract from : « Harmonies of Political Economy » by Frdric Bastiat

Antonyms for addicting

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