A condition where persistent use of a drug significantly diminishes the effects of a drug. This condition is called:

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Tolerance is the condition where the persistent use of a drug leads to a decrease in its effectiveness. This means that higher doses of the drug are needed to achieve the desired effect. Dependence refers to a state where a person has a physical or psychological need for a drug, while habituation refers to becoming accustomed to a drug's effects. Accommodation and addiction are not relevant to the described condition.

A Condition Where Persistent Use of a Drug Significantly Diminishes