chronic
adjective/ˈkrɑnɪk/
Frequency rank: #3,197 most common English word
Meaning
Lasting for a long time, especially of an illness.
Example sentence
The doctor told her that her cough had become chronic and might never fully go away.
Synonyms & related words
- persistent
- prolonged
- lasting
- long-term
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