English

constant

ˈkɑnstənt, ˈkɑː.stənt, ˈkɒnstənt
Meaning: staying the same; occurring continuously
Part of Speech: Adjective Alternative Readings: ˈkɑː.stənt, ˈkɒnstənt

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Example sentences

Maintain a constant speed while driving.
Maintain a constant speed while driving.
His constant using of the computer is starting to worry me.
His constant using of the computer is starting to worry me.
The doctor explained that her constant fatigue was a symptom of depression.
The doctor explained that her constant fatigue was a symptom of depression.
The constant rain began to weaken the structure of the old bridge.
The constant rain began to weaken the structure of the old bridge.
The suspect was kept under constant surveillance by the police.
The suspect was kept under constant surveillance by the police.

Usage Notes

Can describe something that doesn't change (constant temperature) or something that happens repeatedly (constant complaints).

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