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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Kayan, who is now 13, was already living with several complex medical conditions including chronic kidney disease, and the eight-week course of vitamin D prescribed by his GP was in line with recommendations.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

For those aging in place with multiple chronic conditions, keeping up with which meds to take when can feel like a full-time job.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

Obesity itself is a complex chronic disease that affects the body in many ways.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

Battling a chronic knee injury in the latter stages of the season, Curry watched from the sideline.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Because these small amounts of pesticides are cumulatively stored and only slowly excreted, the threat of chronic poisoning and degenerative changes of the liver and other organs is very real.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

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