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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Recent studies found that people who underwent root canal treatment for chronic infections at the tip of the tooth root experienced lower blood sugar levels and reduced inflammation over the next two years.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

The state also uses Medicaid dollars to subsidize housing, meal deliveries and in-home chefs for patients with chronic diseases.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Despite being one of Africa's largest energy producers, Nigeria continues to face chronic power shortages, with frequent blackouts affecting homes and businesses across the country.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Another, beginning as an apology for chronic lateness, becomes an uncharacteristically aggressive defense of it.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

What if it were possible for autism—for mind-blindness—to be a temporary condition instead of a chronic one?

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell

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