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Definition of addictedness in US English:

addictedness

noun

  • The quality, state, or condition of being addicted; devotion, adherence, attachment, especially of a compulsive kind.

Origin

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in John Tombes (1602–1676), clergyman and ejected minister. From addicted + -ness.

Pronunciation

addictedness

/əˈdɪktɪdnɪs/