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vício — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • addiction noun A strong, often harmful, compulsion to keep using a substance or repeating a behavior, even when it causes problems.
  • dependence noun The state of relying on someone or something else.
  • habit noun Something you do regularly, often without thinking about it.
  • vice noun An immoral or bad habit; a minor personal failing or indulgence.

Senses

vício is used for these senses in English:

  • addiction The state of being addicted; devotion; inclination.
  • dependence An irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance.
  • habit An addiction.
  • vice Bad or immoral behaviour.

Related Portuguese words