Word Meaning

inveterate definition and meaning

a. Old; long-established.
a. Firmly established by long continuance; obstinate; deep-rooted; of long standing; as, an inveterate disease; an inveterate abuse.
a. Having habits fixed by long continuance; confirmed; habitual; as, an inveterate idler or smoker.
a. Malignant; virulent; spiteful.
v. t. To fix and settle by long continuance.

Crossword clues for inveterate

- Compulsive
- Incorrigible