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.

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WordMeaning
anodyneserving to alleviate pain
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
torridparched with heat especially of the sun : hot
septicof, relating to, or causing putrefaction
decrepitwasted and weakened by or as if by the infirmities of old age
caterto provide a supply of food
pranceto spring from the hind legs or move by so doing
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
elaborateplanned or carried out with great care
mauvea moderate purple, violet, or lilac color