adjective / noun
constant
KAHN-stunt/ˈkɑːnstənt/
Continuing without significant change or interruption.
A constant stream of droplets falls from the tap into the basin.
Etymology
“Standing together” developed into standing firm or remaining steadfast. From firmness of character, constant broadened to actions and conditions that do not vary, and then to those that continue without interruption.
In context
the speed is constant. Now this means that there can't be any component of acceleration and is in the same direction as the velocity, otherwise the speed would change.
More examples
- She grows tired of his constant interruptions.
- The freezer keeps the food at a constant temperature.
- In this equation, k is a constant.
Forms
constant · constants
constantly adverb — Continuously or repeatedly over time.
constancy noun — The quality of remaining steady or unchanged.
Similar words
- continuous
- Emphasizes having no breaks, rather than happening repeatedly.
- steady
- Emphasizes a stable level, pace, or pattern over time.
- frequent
- Means happening often, without suggesting an uninterrupted occurrence.