Someone who is obsessed with something. They would do almost anything to get at whatever they are addicted to. It can be very unhealthy and become extremely serious.
Bob: hey you've been on the computer for quite a while. Maybe it's time to give it a break?

Cassie: NO WAY. I'm on facebook, can't you see I'm extremely busy creeping on people?!

Bob: OK Cassie, I didn't want to do this but were going to have to have an intervention. The first step is admitting you have a problem and that is: you are a facebook addict.
by Jane Misster August 15, 2009
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The true definition of the nature of addiction, lies phonetically within the word itself - A Dick in Action!
The thinking behind this is similar to the etymology of Assume - an ASS out of U and ME. Although addiction was probably not created this way - we cannot be sure - it sure made me laugh at least.
by Smellis Dorkins June 12, 2010
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The thing we all have towards the Net - you know, not being able to get your bum off the couch in front of the laptop?
"Addiction is harmful"
Thief *pointing his gun at the baby*: Quick, hand over the laptop!
Mother: Take my baby!! Please leave me and my laptop alone!
by Akanksha May 16, 2008
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a person whose desire for something is obsessive and abusive in nature
Bill is such an addict, all he does is get high and drunk.
by Cheaper2keepher December 26, 2015
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