addicting
adjective
ad·dict·ing ə-ˈdik-tiŋ 
: causing addiction : addictive
a
: causing a compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity
Although codeine is potentially addicting, it rarely causes physical dependence when taken orally for a short time. 
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Consumer Reports b
: producing a strong inclination to do, use, or indulge in something repeatedly
This relish is typically used as a topping for bruschetta …—but I find it so addicting I can simply eat spoonfuls from a bowl. Francisco J. Robert
Francisco J. Robert
Synonyms
- addictive
- habit-forming
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Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Starring Alicia von Rittberg as Elizabeth and Tom Cullen as Thomas Seymour, the series is beautifully shot and super addicting. Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 12 June 2022 By Design: Machine Gambling in Las Vegas, a darker force is also at play—there has been a decades-long drive to make slots more addicting. Will Yakowicz, Forbes, 3 June 2022 CBDol Topical Salve is a physical pain relieving medication that combines CBD with a carrier oil to create an effective, non-addicting topical treatment. The Salt Lake Tribune, 21 Apr. 2022 Peloton's new gamified indoor cycling experience, Lanebreak, might be even more addicting than its workout classes. Angela Moscaritolo, PCMAG, 10 Mar. 2022 Watch out, the instant squeaky-clean results can be a little addicting! Caylin Harris, Good Housekeeping, 28 June 2021 Dot's Pretzels might be the pride of North Dakota, but the addicting snack got its humble start here. Lauren Saria, azcentral, 19 May 2020 There are many things that make Animal Crossing: New Horizons a lovable game: its real-time gameplay, beautiful art, addicting soundtrack, and sassy (sometimes annoyingly so) animals that come and go. Nina Huang, EW.com, 22 Apr. 2020 Keep the caramel love going by making some addicting popcorn or try your hand at another fancy dessert like a Pot de Crème, which is a custard similar to crème brûlée, just not as thick. Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2020 See More
Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 12 June 2022 By Design: Machine Gambling in Las Vegas, a darker force is also at play—there has been a decades-long drive to make slots more addicting. Will Yakowicz, Forbes, 3 June 2022 CBDol Topical Salve is a physical pain relieving medication that combines CBD with a carrier oil to create an effective, non-addicting topical treatment. The Salt Lake Tribune, 21 Apr. 2022 Peloton's new gamified indoor cycling experience, Lanebreak, might be even more addicting than its workout classes. Angela Moscaritolo, PCMAG, 10 Mar. 2022 Watch out, the instant squeaky-clean results can be a little addicting! Caylin Harris, Good Housekeeping, 28 June 2021 Dot's Pretzels might be the pride of North Dakota, but the addicting snack got its humble start here. Lauren Saria, azcentral, 19 May 2020 There are many things that make Animal Crossing: New Horizons a lovable game: its real-time gameplay, beautiful art, addicting soundtrack, and sassy (sometimes annoyingly so) animals that come and go. Nina Huang, EW.com, 22 Apr. 2020 Keep the caramel love going by making some addicting popcorn or try your hand at another fancy dessert like a Pot de Crème, which is a custard similar to crème brûlée, just not as thick. Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2020 See More Word History
Etymology
from present participle of addict entry 2
First Known Use
1931, in the meaning defined above
addicting
adjective
as in addictive
causing or relating to a physiological need for certain drugs cocaine is highly addicting Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- addictive
- habit-forming
- narcotic
- hard
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- nonaddictive
- soft