Definitions

chronic

[kron-ik] / ˈkrɒn ɪk /

ADJECTIVE

incessant, never-ending

Synonyms

STRONGEST

constant continual continuing continuous deep-rooted deep-seated habitual incurable lifelong lingering persistent protracted recurrent recurring sustained

WEAK

abiding ceaseless confirmed enduring ever-present fixed inborn inbred ineradicable ingrained inveterate lasting long-lived long-standing obstinate perennial persisting prolonged rooted routine settled stubborn tenacious unabating unmitigated unyielding usual

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ceasing ending halting inconstant infrequent intermittent interrupted occasional stopping temporary

WEAK

curable eradicable

Example Sentences

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County residents living with the complex, chronic condition known as long COVID, the emergency has never ended.

From Los Angeles Times

About one-quarter of U.S. adults have chronic pain, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, with 8.5% of Americans experiencing levels that restrict their ability to work or disrupt their daily lives.

From The Wall Street Journal

And as a bonus, there is virtually zero risk of the repeated helmet-to-helmet hitting linked to chronic traumatic encephalopathy and early-onset dementia.

From Los Angeles Times

"Tuberculosis is one of those chronic infections that people can live with for a very long time without symptoms," said Kelmelis.

From Science Daily

Scientists at CIC study infections, cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic lung conditions, the microbiome, and autoimmune disorders to develop new therapies and cures.

From Science Daily

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