constant
Meanings
Plural: constants
Noun
- a quantity that does not vary
- a number representing a quantity assumed to have a fixed value in a specified mathematical context
- "the velocity of light is a constant"
- That which is permanent or invariable.
- A quantity that remains at a fixed value throughout a given discussion.
- Any property of an experiment, determined numerically, that does not change under given circumstances.
- An identifier that is bound to an invariant value; a fixed value given a name to aid in readability of source code.
Adjective Satellite
- unvarying in nature
- "maintained a constant temperature"
- uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing
- "in constant pain"
Adjective
- steadfast in purpose or devotion or affection
- "a man constant in adherence to his ideals"
- "a constant lover"
- "constant as the northern star"
Adj
- Unchanged through time or space; permanent.
- Consistently recurring over time; persistent.
- Steady in purpose, action, feeling, etc.
- Firm; solid; not fluid.
- Consistent; logical.
- Bounded above by a constant.
Origin / Etymology
From Middle English constant, from Old French constant, from Latin constantem, accusative of constans, from cōnstāre (“to stand firm”). Displaced native Old English singal.
Synonyms
amaranthine, ceaseless, changeless, constant, constant quantity, continual, continuate, continuous, dreich, endless, eternal, everlasting, extended, incessant, infinite, invariable, invariant, lasting, never-ending, nonchanging, nonstop, ongoing, permanent, perpetual, persistent, relentless, steady, still, termless, unaltering, unbroken, unceasing, unending, uniform, unintermitted, uninterrupted, unremitting, unvarying
Antonyms
Scrabble Score: 10
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