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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

chronic

/krɒnɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does chronic mean?

adjective

Continuing or lasting for a long time; persistent. Often used to describe a medical condition that persists over a long period of time.

Example

"The chronic pain in her back made it difficult for her to sleep at night."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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