chronic
2 antonyms and opposites of chronic, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Lasting for a long time or recurring frequently, especially of an illness or problem.
Antonyms
How to use chronic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French cronique, from Latin chronicus, from Greek khronikós (\"of time\"), from khrónos (\"time\").
Full origin of chronic →Frequently asked questions
What does “chronic” mean?
The word “chronic” means lasting for a long time or recurring frequently, especially of an illness or problem. In plain terms, long-lasting or constantly recurring, usually describing a persistent illness or problem.
How do you pronounce “chronic”?
“Chronic” is pronounced KRON-ihk (/ˈkɹɑ.nɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “chronic” in a sentence?
Here is “chronic” used in a sentence: “He suffers from chronic back pain.”
What is another word for “chronic”?
Words with a similar meaning to “chronic” include prolonged, terrible and splendid.
What is the opposite of “chronic”?
The opposite of “chronic” — its antonyms — are acute and transient.
What part of speech is “chronic”?
Depending on how it is used, “chronic” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “chronic” come from?
The word “chronic” comes from Latin. From Old French cronique, from Latin chronicus, from Greek khronikós (\"of time\"), from khrónos (\"time\").
Is “chronic” a common word?
“Chronic” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between chronic and acute?
Chronic describes a condition that lasts a long time or recurs frequently, while acute describes one that is severe and comes on suddenly but is usually short-lived. A chronic illness persists over months or years, whereas an acute illness has a rapid onset and a shorter course.
What is the difference between chronic and persistent?
Both suggest something that continues over time. Chronic is most often used for long-lasting illnesses or problems and can imply they are hard to cure, while persistent simply means continuing steadily and can describe almost anything, from rain to effort.
When should you use chronic instead of severe?
Use chronic to describe how long something lasts or how often it recurs, not how intense it is. Severe describes strength or seriousness, so a problem can be chronic (long-lasting) without being severe, or severe without being chronic.