chronic

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈkrɒnɪk/

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Adjective

Positive chronic

Comparative more chronic

Superlative most chronic

1. If something is chronic, it happens all the time.

   Michelle is a chronic worrier who gets upset about everything.

2. If something is chronic, it has happened for a long time.
   • Antonym: acute

   My father has chronic back pain since he was injured at work 5 years ago.

3. If something is chronic, it is difficult to stop.

   My brother is a chronic smoker and is unable to quit.

Synonyms

• consistent
• habitual

Related words

• chronically