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chronic
Adjective
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If something is chronic, it happens all the time.
Michelle is a chronic worrier who gets upset about everything.
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If something is chronic, it has happened for a long time.
My father has chronic back pain since he was injured at work 5 years ago.
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If something is chronic, it is difficult to stop.
My brother is a chronic smoker and is unable to quit.
liver
Noun
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A large organ in the body that makes bile, and controls chemicals in the blood.
The liver is one of the most important organs in our body.
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An organ used for food.
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The colour of the liver, a dark brown.
impairment
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noun
(= damage)
the occurrence of a change for the worse
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noun
damage that results in a reduction of strength or quality
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noun
(= deterioration)
a symptom of reduced quality or strength
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noun
(= stultification)
the act of making something futile and useless (as by routine)
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noun
(= disability)
the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness
reading disability
hearing impairment