addictive
adjective/əˈdɪktɪv/
Frequency rank: #6,704 most common English word
Meaning
causing a strong habit or compulsion that is difficult to stop
Example sentence
Many people find social media addictive because it is hard to stop scrolling.
Synonyms & related words
- compelling
- habit-forming
- captivating
- engaging
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