CHRONICITY Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

chronicity

noun

Definition of chronicity

as in prevalence

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Recent Examples of chronicity Due to the seriousness and chronicity of diabetes, scientists have launched an extensive and ongoing investigation into the potential role of supplements, like omega-3 fatty acids, in both preventing diabetes and serving as an adjunct to traditional diabetes medications. — Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2026 My father’s diseases aren’t just marked by chronicity but also unpredictability. — Sabrina Qiao, refinery29.com, 23 Nov. 2021

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Noun

The language is free and open-source, which contributes to its prevalence online.

— Kaitlyn Huamani, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
The panel also discussed the prevalence of Christian nationalism in contemporary politics and its impact on American society.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of prevalence

Noun

Water waves caused by, say, 50 stones thrown into a pond have a wavelength of a few centimeters and oscillate with a frequency of around 10 hertz (Hz).

— Philipp Strasberg, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
In a separate demonstration by Cortical Labs, the frequency at which cells in a biological neural network fired was used to direct a robot dog's movements in a small space.

— Mike McRae October 19, New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of frequency

Noun

The relative constancy of fat cell numbers combined with their ability to change size and function has implications for the evolutionarily unusual state of being obese.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 17 Aug. 2026
This transition represents a strong, continuing trajectory of comfort, longevity, and constancy.

— Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of constancy

Noun

This study also found a higher incidence of fibroids in women who used relaxers more frequently and reported more scalp burns.

— Ata-owaji Victor, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2026
Health and Human Services Secretary Kennedy has downplayed the severity, even as the incidence of other vaccine-preventable diseases is rising.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026

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