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KK Pronunciation

〔 ˋkɑnstәnt 〕

Pronunciation

〔 ˊkɒnstәnt 〕


Overview of noun constant

The noun constant has 2 senses


  • constant, constant quantity, invariable -- (a quantity that does not vary)

  • constant -- (a number representing a quantity assumed to have a fixed value in a specified mathematical context; "the velocity of light is a constant")


Overview of adj constant

The adj constant has 3 senses


  • changeless, constant, invariant, unvarying -- (unvarying in nature; "maintained a constant temperature"; "principles of unvarying validity")

  • constant -- (steadfast in purpose or devotion or affection; "a man constant in adherence to his ideals"; "a constant lover"; "constant as the northern star")

  • ceaseless, constant, incessant, never-ending, perpetual, unceasing, unremitting -- (uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing; "the ceaseless thunder of surf"; "in constant pain"; "night and day we live with the incessant noise of the city"; "the never-ending search for happiness"; "the perpetual struggle to maintain standards in a democracy"; "man's unceasing warfare with drought and isolation"; "unremitting demands of hunger")