Chronic
/ˈkrɒ.nɪk/noun
Describing a condition persisting for a long time or constantly recurring.
Did you know?The term 'chronic' is derived from the Greek word 'chronos', meaning 'time', linking it to the ancient belief in fate's power over health.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
χρόνος (chrónos)
“The personification of time, representing the relentless passage of moments.”
Late Latin
Latin
chronicus
“Pertaining to time, especially in the context of lasting effects.”
Middle English
Middle English
cronik
“Relating to the order of time, particularly in historical accounts.”
Modern English
English
chronic
“Describing diseases or conditions lasting for a long duration.”
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