chronic

UK:*UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/ˈkrɒnɪk/US:USA pronunciation: IPA and respellingUSA pronunciation: IPA/ˈkrɑnɪk/ ,USA pronunciation: respelling(kronik)


chronic
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Synonyms:
inveterate, confirmed Collocations, settled Collocations, habitual, hardened, rooted, deep-seated, continuing, persistent Collocations, persisting, stubborn Collocations, uncured, incurable, lasting Collocations, unyielding, tenacious, enduring Collocations, lingering Collocations, deep-rooted, abiding, perennial, perpetual, constant Collocations, fixed Collocations, continual, incessant, long-standing, recurring, continuous Collocations, of long duration, long-lived, unabating, protracted, ceaseless, sustained Collocations, lifelong, prolonged, recurrent, periodic, intermittent, continued, obstinate, incorrigible, unceasing, inborn, inbred, ingrained, ever-present, permanent Collocations, long-term, never-ending
Antonyms:
acute Collocations, temporary Collocations, on and off, intermittent, occasional


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