inconstancy — the quality of being changeable in feelings, behavior, or opinions; fickleness
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of being changeable in feelings, behavior, or opinions; fickleness
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈkɑːnstənsi/
Example Sentences
- The weather's inconstancy ruined our picnic plans three times this week.
- My cat's inconstancy is legendary - she loves me in the morning but ignores me by noon.
- The politician's inconstancy on key issues cost him the election.
inconstancy
NOUN[/ɪnˈkɑːnstənsi/]
the quality of being changeable in feelings, behavior, or opinions; fickleness
The loyal soldier stood firmly at his post, while the mercenary's inconstancy made him switch sides for a single gold coin.
IN(not) + CONSTANT(steady) — the flickering candle showed the inconstancy of its flame in the wind.
The once-loyal assistant suddenly became distant, revealing his inconstancy.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin inconstantia, meaning 'lack of steadfastness or stability.' The word entered English through Old French inconstance in the 14th century.
Breakdown
in- (not) + constant (steady, unchanging) + -cy (noun suffix expressing state or quality)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The weather's inconstancy ruined our picnic plans three times this week.”
“My cat's inconstancy is legendary - she loves me in the morning but ignores me by noon.”
“The politician's inconstancy on key issues cost him the election.”
“Her inconstancy in choosing restaurants drove her friends crazy - she changed her mind five times in ten minutes.”
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