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**Chronic**

In the realm of cannabis, “Chronic” is a term that has evolved significantly over time. Its roots can be traced back to the Greek word #1excludeGlossary which means “pertaining to time,” and was traditionally used in medical contexts to describe long-lasting conditions. However, the cannabis community has redefined “Chronic” to mean something entirely different. The transformation began in the early 1990s, largely influenced by Dr. Dre’s iconic album “The Chronic,” which brought the term into the mainstream as a descriptor for #6excludeGlossary marijuana. Today, “Chronic” is widely recognized as a label for cannabis strains that boast exceptional quality and potency. It’s a term that resonates with cannabis enthusiasts who appreciate the finer things in life and seek out strains that offer a robust and memorable experience. As the cannabis industry continues to grow and innovate, “Chronic” remains a testament to the enduring appeal of premium cannabis, capturing the essence of what it means to enjoy the best that the plant has to offer. [Source: Merriam-Webster, High Times]

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Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary
chronic (adjective)
1.
a) marked by long duration or frequent recurrence not acute - chronic indigestion chronic experiments
b) suffering from a chronic disease - the special needs of chronic patients
2.
a) always present or encountered , especially constantly vexing, weakening, or troubling - chronic petty warfare
b) being such habitually - a chronic grumbler inveterate
Merriam-Webster Online Thesaurus
chronic (adjective)
being such by habit and not likely to change
SYNONYMS:
bred-in-the-bone, chronic, confirmed, dyed-in-the-wool, inveterate
RELATED WORDS:
incorrigible, unreconstructed, unregenerate; born, natural; persistent, regular, repeat, serial, steady, unchanging, unfailing; addicted; accustomed, habituated, used, wonted; deep-rooted, deep-seated, entrenched ( intrenched), inbred, inherent, innate, intrinsic; apt, inclined, prone; mulish, obstinate, set, stubborn
NEAR ANTONYMS:
unaccustomed, unused; intermittent, occasional
Chronic (Wikipedia)

Chronic may refer to:

  • Chronic condition, a condition or disease that is persistent or otherwise long-lasting in its effects
  • Chronic toxicity, a substance with toxic effects after continuous or repeated exposure
  • Chronic (film), a 2015 American film
  • The Chronic, a 1992 album by Dr. Dre
  • The Chronic 2001, a.k.a. The Chronic 2, The Chronic II, and 2001, a 1999 album by Dr. Dre
  • Chronic (cannabis), a slang name for high quality marijuana
Chronic (Wiktionary)

English

Alternative forms

  • chronick (obsolete)

Etymology

From chronical, from Old French cronike, from Latin chronicus, from Ancient Greek χρονικός (khronikós, of time), from χρόνος (khrónos, time). By surface analysis, chron- +‎ -ic.

Pronunciation

  • (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈkɹɒn.ɪk/
  • (General American, dialects
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