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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These findings are concerning because lung damage, poor lung function and respiratory illness in early life may increase the risk of chronic health problems into adulthood.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Growth drivers include increasing chronic kidney disease prevalence, better affordability supported by public health programs, and rising disposable incomes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The first is coverage of day-to-day preventive care that includes medications to manage a chronic condition or quick visits to urgent care.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

The company plans to seek priority FDA review for Tyvaso to treat IPF, a chronic, progressive lung disease.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

As far as I can figure, my coworkers’ neediness—because that’s what it is—stems from chronic deprivation.

From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich

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