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Synonyms & Similar Words
addicted
dependent
obsessed
enthusiastic
fascinated
captivated
enthralled
spellbound
besotted
infatuated
smitten
enamored
absorbed
engaged
interested
intrigued
beguiled
charmed
delighted
entertained
gripped
held
riveted
spellbound
thrilled
attracted
drawn
attached
devoted
fond
passionate
keen
eager
ardent
zealous
fervent
dedicated
committed
Meaning of Hooked
The primary meaning of the word "Hooked" is to be strongly attracted or addicted to something.
Definitions
- Physically caught or attached to something by a hook
- Strongly attracted or addicted to a substance, activity, or habit
- Informal: strongly attracted or enthusiastic about something
Etymology of Hooked
The word "Hooked" originated from the Old English word "hōc", meaning hook, and the past tense of the verb "hook", which means to catch or fasten with a hook
Historically, the word has been used to describe physical attachment or catching, but its meaning has expanded to include figurative uses, such as being addicted or attracted to something
Example Uses
- I'm hooked on reading mystery novels and can't put them down
- She's been hooked on coffee since college and can't start her day without a cup
- The new video game is so engaging that I'm hooked and play it for hours every day
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
repelled
disgusted
uninterested
indifferent
unaffected
unmoved
detached
unenthusiastic
apathetic
disenchanted
disengaged
disconnected
unreceptive
unresponsive
averse
antagonistic
hostile
opposed
resistant
reluctant
uncommitted
uninvolved
unattached
bored
disheartened
disillusioned
dissatisfied