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Chronically

Pronunciation varies by accent · adverb

Meaning

In a chronic manner, or to a chronic degree..

Definitions by Sense

  1. In a chronic manner, or to a chronic degree.
  2. Extremely.

Example Sentences

They have established themselves as the greatest story of Euro 2016 and it feels almost like a trick of the imagination that it is only four years since they were ranked 133rd in the world. That, however, will not lessen the embarrassment for England, their departing manager and a set of players who chronically under-performed after Wayne Rooney’s early penalty.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does chronically mean?

Chronically means In a chronic manner, or to a chronic degree..

What is a synonym for chronically?

Common synonyms include inveterately.

What is the opposite of chronically?

Possible antonyms include acutely.

How do you use chronically in a sentence?

They have established themselves as the greatest story of Euro 2016 and it feels almost like a trick of the imagination that it is only four years since they were ranked 133rd in the world. That, however, will not lessen the embarrassment for England, their departing manager and a set of players who chronically under-performed after Wayne Rooney’s early penalty.

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