Addict
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| Someone who has an addiction. |
An addict is somebody who has an addiction. This is a general concept, but when not qualified, the word usually refers to a drug addict, someone whose self-control is overcome by a desire to consume drugs.
Usage
People can be addicted to many different things; drugs, alcohol, sex, porn, food. The term is sometimes used as a pejorative.
Diagnosis
People can be diagnosed as having addictions by a health professional.