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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| petrify | to convert (organic matter) into stone or a substance of stony hardness by the infiltration of water and the deposition of dissolved mineral matter |
| acidulous | somewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner |
| vanguard | the forefront of an action or movement |
| covetous | marked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions |
| serenity | the quality or state of being serene |
| ovoid | resembling an egg in shape : ovate |
| comeuppance | a deserved rebuke or penalty : deserts |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| antiquated | outmoded or discredited by reason of age : old and no longer useful, popular, or accepted |
| tractable | capable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile |