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constant

/ˈkɒnstənt/

When used as an adjective, "constant" often describes something annoying if it refers to a noise or a complaint (e.g., "constant nagging"). In mathematics and science, the noun form is very common. It refers to a fixed value that stays the same while other numbers change. Be careful not to confuse "constant" with "continual." While "constant" usually means without any stop at all, "continual" often means happening frequently but with small breaks in between.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, David is in a board meeting while Brian is in the server room.

David Smith

My screen keeps flickering. It's a constant thing now.

Brian

Did you restart it or are you just messing around?

💡

David uses 'constant' to describe a persistent technical glitch. Brian responds with his signature grumpy skepticism and the phrasal verb 'messing around', implying David is likely causing the problem himself.

Meanings

adjective

Occurring continuously over a period of time; remaining unchanged.

"The constant noise from the construction site made it impossible to concentrate."

adjective

Faithful and dependable in affection or loyalty.

"Despite the hardships, she remained a constant friend throughout his life."

noun

A quantity or parameter that does not change.

"In the equation E=mc², c is the constant representing the speed of light."

Examples

The constant rain is really starting to get to me.

You've been a constant support since the day I arrived.

Wait, is this value a constant or a variable here?

Stop that constant tapping! I can't think straight!

Look, you're the only constant in my chaotic life, babe.

Is it always this constant buzzing in this server room?

I just need one constant thing to hold onto right now.

He's always been a constant presence at these meetings.

Related Words

steady

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