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- pronunciation:
- kra
nihk
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
tending to a certain behavior or illness over a long time or without stopping.
He is a chronic liar.- synonyms:
- constant, habitual, incessant
- antonyms:
- occasional
- similar words:
- continual, lifelong
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| definition 2: |
happening often for a long period of time or without stopping.
His chronic stealing was a serious problem.Her mother suffers from chronic back pain.- synonyms:
- persistent
- antonyms:
- temporary
- similar words:
- frequent, successive
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| related words: |
dull, habitual, ongoing, persistent |
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| derivation: |
chronically (adv.) |
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