Chronic

/ˈkrɒn.ɪk/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Continuing for a long time; ongoing.

She suffers from chronic pain that makes it difficult to perform daily activities.

Marked by long duration or frequent recurrence.

The patient was diagnosed with chronic asthma, requiring regular treatment.

Of long duration, often in a progressive or deteriorating fashion.

Chronic unemployment is a significant issue in many urban areas.

Persistent and enduring, often implying a serious condition.

He has a chronic condition that requires continuous medical attention.

Derived from the Greek 'chronikos', from 'chronos', meaning time.

chronic condition

A medical condition that is persistent and long-lasting.

chronic pain

Pain that lasts for an extended period, often more than 12 weeks.

chronic stress

A prolonged and constant feeling of stress that can negatively affect health.

acute

Referring to a condition that is sharp, severe, or sudden, often in contrast to chronic.

remission

A period during which the symptoms of a chronic disease are reduced or not detectable.

flare-up

A sudden worsening of symptoms in a chronic condition.

Referring to something that is long-lasting or persistent in a non-medical context.

His chronic procrastination always gets him in trouble.

Used to describe high-quality cannabis.

This bud is some serious chronic!