incessantly — In a way that continues without stopping or interruption; constantly and persistently without pause or break.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a way that continues without stopping or interruption; constantly and persistently without pause or break.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈsesəntli/
Example Sentences
- My neighbor's dog barks incessantly whenever the mailman arrives.
- She texted me incessantly during the movie, asking what was happening.
- The construction workers have been drilling incessantly since 6 AM.
incessantly
ADVERB[/ɪnˈsesəntli/]
In a way that continues without stopping or interruption; constantly and persistently without pause or break.
In a way that continues without stopping or interruption; constantly and persistently without pause or break.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'incessans' meaning 'not stopping' or 'unceasing.' The word literally described something that never came to a halt, like a continuously flowing river.
Breakdown
in- (not) + cess- (to stop, yield) + -ant (present participle) + -ly (adverb suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My neighbor's dog barks incessantly whenever the mailman arrives.”
“She texted me incessantly during the movie, asking what was happening.”
“The construction workers have been drilling incessantly since 6 AM.”
“My grandmother talks incessantly about her cat's dietary preferences.”
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