addictive
Translation
addictive, habit-forming
Examples
Caffeine can be very addictive.
Caffeine can be very addictive.
This new game is highly addictive.
This new game is highly addictive.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is addictive (sth.) has the quality of causing addiction This game is addictive.
an addictive ((noun)) a (noun) that is addictive It is an addictive substance.
Similar Words
Synonyms: habit-forming, compulsive, compelling; Antonyms: non-addictive
Etymology
From 'addiction' + the adjective-forming suffix '-ive'.
Memory Tips
The '-ive' suffix means 'having the nature of'. So, something 'addictive' has the nature of an 'addiction'.