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con·stant
 constant
- pronunciation:
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- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
unchanging; uniform.
The composer's style remained constant through the latter part of his career.- synonyms:
- changeless, consistent, immutable, invariable, regular, uniform
- antonyms:
- changeable, mutable, variable, volatile
- similar words:
- abiding, conformable, even, stable, stationary, steady, unvarying
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| definition 2: |
continual; persistent.
He was used to the constant hum of the traffic.The child's constant whining annoyed the guests.- synonyms:
- continual, incessant, persistent, relentless, unremitting
- antonyms:
- fitful
- similar words:
- assiduous, chronic, continuous, endless, interminable, perpetual, unceasing
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| definition 3: |
steadfast; faithful.
Her constant devotion to the cause brought about much-needed reforms.- synonyms:
- devoted, faithful, steadfast
- antonyms:
- fickle, inconstant
- similar words:
- abiding, dependable, firm, reliable, stable, staunch
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chronic, eternal, even, frequent, indestructible, loyal, permanent, persistent, same, solid, special, standing, steadfast, steady, timeless, true, virtuous |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
something that does not vary or change.
The speed of light is said to be a constant.Fear is one of the constants in an abused child's life.- synonyms:
- invariable
- antonyms:
- variable
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| related words: |
control |
| derivation: |
constantly (adv.) |
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