Pronunciation: /ˈkrɑnɪk/
noun a person suffering from a chronic disease
A1 Chronic illnesses require long-term management.
A2 She has been dealing with chronic pain for years.
B1 The doctor diagnosed him with a chronic condition that will require ongoing treatment.
B2 Chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension are becoming more prevalent in society.
C1 The study focused on the impact of chronic stress on mental health.
C2 The researchers conducted a longitudinal study to examine the effects of chronic exposure to pollution.
adjective relating to or characterized by a long duration, frequent recurrence, or constantly present condition
A1 She has chronic back pain.
A2 He suffers from chronic migraines.
B1 Living with chronic illness can be challenging.
B2 The patient has been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
C1 The chronic shortage of affordable housing in the city is a major issue.
C2 The company is facing chronic financial problems due to mismanagement.
formal The patient has been diagnosed with chronic arthritis, requiring long-term management.
informal My friend has chronic back pain from sitting at his desk all day.
slang I can't believe how chronic this headache is today.
figurative Her chronic procrastination is hindering her success in school.
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