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constant

/ˈkɒnstənt/

The word conveys a sense of unwavering stability or persistence. When describing a situation (like noise), it often carries a negative connotation of being relentless or irritating, suggesting something that refuses to stop. In an interpersonal context, it shifts toward a positive quality of loyalty and reliability. It describes a person who acts as an anchor in someone's life, remaining steady while other things change. In mathematical or scientific contexts, the word is neutral and precise, referring to a fixed value that provides a baseline for calculation.

💬Trò chuyện

🎬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.

David Smith
Brian
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.

Ý nghĩa

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."

Ví dụ

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.

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