chronic
adjective B2
Plain meaning
lasting for a long time or repeatedly happening
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss lasting for a long time or repeatedly happening in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe report described chronic disease in a clear and practical way.
examThe findings show that chronic disease can influence educational, social, or economic outcomes.
Common collocations
chronic diseasechronic painchronic shortage
Watch out
Do not overuse it as a direct replacement for “good/bad”. Use it with natural nouns such as “chronic disease”.