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Addiction
Meaning: A condition marked by compulsive drug use or compulsive engagement in reward-seeking behavior despite negative consequences.
Hindi Meaning: addiction, obsession
Newspapers: Indian Express
Use of the term:
The “Mothers Against Drugs” initiative emphasizes the importance of empowering mothers as the first line of defense against drug addiction.
Synonyms: craving
Antonyms: Indifference
Question: Which of the following is a synonym for addiction?
a) Cravings
b) Passion
c) slavery
d. All of the above
Similar sounding words with different meanings:
- flew: flew
- Fever: Fever
year. d): All the above words are synonyms for addiction.
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