addicting Meaning & Definition
/əˈdɪktɪŋ/
What Does Addicting Mean?
Addicting is used as an adjective meaning Causing addiction. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of addict. As a verb, it means To deliver (someone or something) following a judicial decision.
Quick Facts About Addicting
| Part of speech | adjective, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /əˈdɪktɪŋ/ |
| Synonyms | addictive, moreish and adapt |
| Comparative / superlative | more addicting, most addicting |
Addicting Definition (Adjective)
- Causing addiction.
Addicting as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of addict
Verb
- To deliver (someone or something) following a judicial decision.
- To devote (oneself) to a given activity, occupation, thing etc.
- To bind (a person or thing) to the service of something.
- To devote or pledge (oneself) to a given person, cause etc.
- To devote (one's mind, talent etc.) to a given activity, occupation, thing etc.
- To make (someone) become devoted to a given thing or activity; to cause to be addicted.
Synonyms of Addicting
Addicting synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
addicting (comparative more addicting, superlative most addicting)
addicting
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Origin of Addicting
From addict + -ing.
Common Questions About Addicting
Is addicting an adjective or a verb?
Addicting is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for addicting?
Words with a similar meaning to addicting include addictive, moreish and adapt. See the full list of addicting synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of addicting?
The comparative form is more addicting and the superlative form is most addicting.