This is the 3045th most frequent Dutch word.
chronisch
Persistent or long-term.
In this sentence, 'chronisch' is used as an adjective to describe a disease that is persistent and long-lasting.
De patiënt lijdt aan een chronische ziekte.
The patient suffers from a chronic illness.
Here, 'chronisch' modifies 'stress' to indicate that the stress is ongoing and enduring.
Hij ervaart chronische stress door zijn werk.
He experiences chronic stress due to his job.
The term 'chronisch' in this context describes the consistent and enduring nature of the lack of sleep.