cronico
chronic
adjective KROH-nee-koh Rare
Origin: From Greek khronikos (relating to time, khronos).
Usage Note
Cronico describes a condition that is long-lasting or recurring, contrasted with acuto (acute). It is used in medical contexts (malattia cronica, chronic illness) and figuratively for persistent problems (un problema cronico). The plural forms are cronici (m pl) and croniche (f pl).
Examples
"Soffre di una malattia cronica da anni."
Natural Translation
She has suffered from a chronic illness for years.

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