constant — continuing without pause or interruption; unchanging in nature, value, or extent
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: continuing without pause or interruption; unchanging in nature, value, or extent
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːnstənt/
Example Sentences
- My phone battery dies at a constant rate - constantly dead!
- The constant sound of my neighbor's karaoke makes me want to move to a desert island.
- The speed of light is a fundamental physical constant.
constant
ADJECTIVE[/ˈkɑːnstənt/]
continuing without pause or interruption; unchanging in nature, value, or extent
The constant noise from the construction site made it difficult to concentrate.
Constant practice helped her improve rapidly.
Constant effort closed the gap between distant dreams and persistent success.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'constans', the present participle of 'constare', meaning 'to stand firm' or 'to be steadfast'. It combines 'con-' (together) and 'stare' (to stand).
Breakdown
con- (together) + stare (to stand) + -ant (adjective suffix) = constant (standing together/firmly, unchanging)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“He works under constant pressure.”
“The lab maintains a constant temperature.”
“Music has been her constant companion.”
“Gas prices remained constant this month.”
“Life is a constant struggle for survival.”
📝Examples
“My phone battery dies at a constant rate - constantly dead!”
“The constant sound of my neighbor's karaoke makes me want to move to a desert island.”
“The speed of light is a fundamental physical constant.”
“Her constant efforts to improve finally paid off when she got into Seoul National University.”
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