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chronically

1 of 1adverb
/ˈkrɑnɪkli/
1

(with reference to illness) in a way that develops slowly and persists over a long duration

  • He was chronically fatigued due to his autoimmune disorder.
  • The child was chronically dependent on medication to manage his symptoms.
  • She lives with a chronically inflamed joint that affects her mobility.
  • Patients who are chronically ill often require long-term care.
  • The foundation provides support to those who are chronically affected by respiratory disease.
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