Hooked

/hʊkt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

Past tense of hook; to fasten or secure with a hook.

She hooked the fish and pulled it out of the water.

To attract someone's attention or interest.

The trailer hooked the audience, leaving them excited for the release.

adjective

Having a strong interest or enthusiasm for something.

After reading the first few chapters, I was hooked on the novel.

Addicted or dependent on something, especially in a way that is difficult to overcome.

He became hooked on video games and started neglecting his studies.

Derived from the verb 'hook', meaning to catch or seize with a hook.

hooked on:

to be very interested in or addicted to something.

hook, line, and sinker:

completely and without doubt.

hook up:

to connect or engage with someone.

To be completely taken by a person or an activity.

Ever since I started playing that game, I've been totally hooked!

To develop a strong obsession or passion for a person.

He's hooked on her ever since they started dating.