C1adjectivehealth
US/ˈkrɑː.nɪk/
UK/ˈkrɒn.ɪk/
lasting for a long time or coming back often, especially an illness or problem
In context
My aunt has suffered from chronic back pain for years.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that needs lifelong care.
The city has a chronic shortage of affordable housing.
Words that go with chronic
adjective + noun
- chronic diseaseChronic diseases like heart disease are rising across Asia.
- chronic painYoga may help people living with chronic pain.
- chronic illnessLiving with a chronic illness affects your mental health too.
- chronic shortageRural hospitals face a chronic shortage of nurses.
- chronic fatigueShe was finally diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome last year.