junkies

noun

Definition of junkiesnext
plural of junkie
1
as in addicts
a person who regularly uses drugs especially illegally heroin junkies wasting their lives

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2
as in lovers
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something a television cartoon junkie

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for junkies
  1. addicts
  2. lovers
  3. users
  4. enthusiasts
Noun
  • But what this sequel really seems to be suggesting is that there is nothing scarier than an unstable pop star in 2024, poised on the edge of a public meltdown captured by a million cellphones and consumed by scandal-hungry social-media addicts.
    David Fear, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2024
  • Worry not, Phoenix caffeine addicts.
    Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 16 Oct. 2024
Definition of addicts
Noun
  • Revival September 30, 2024 — Design lovers with furry friends will want to check out Revival’s new, washable pet mats.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 4 Oct. 2024
  • In return, the Watches of Switzerland Group will gain further insight into and access to that same community of watch lovers.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of lovers
Noun
  • Thousands of users commented on each of Santry’s videos, offering advice and creating their own theories—with many trying to explain why the cadaver dogs stopped by the hole if there was no body.
    Conor Murray, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • And users should note right away that the alert and source are not as polished as should be.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of users
Noun
  • After stealing the hearts of rom-com fans, tornado enthusiasts and hitmen this year, Glen Powell finally has his next major role dated for 2025.
    Jordan Moreau, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Longevity enthusiasts are microdosing a 19th-century cure-all.
    Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of enthusiasts
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