GRE Word List

CHRONIC

continuing or occurring again and again for a long time

The meaning of the word chronic is continuing or occurring again and again for a long time.

Random words

WordMeaning
forbearancea refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
dinghya small boat carried on or towed behind a larger boat as a tender or a lifeboat
longevitya long duration of individual life
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
grimfierce in disposition or action : savage
indolentaverse to activity, effort, or movement : habitually lazy
bullya blustering, browbeating person
glibshowing little forethought or preparation : offhand
balkto refuse abruptly