constant

adjective

ˈkän(t)-stənt How to pronounce constant (audio)
Definition of constantnext
1
as in steady
not undergoing a change in condition change is the only constant thing in the world of fashion

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2
as in frequent
appearing or occurring repeatedly from time to time I get constant headaches during humid weather

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3
as in steadfast
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something constant friends during times both good and bad

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How is the word constant distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of constant are faithful, loyal, resolute, staunch, and steadfast. While all these words mean "firm in adherence to whatever one owes allegiance," constant stresses continuing firmness of emotional attachment without necessarily implying strict obedience to promises or vows.

constant friends

When might faithful be a better fit than constant?

In some situations, the words faithful and constant are roughly equivalent. However, faithful implies unswerving adherence to a person or thing or to the oath or promise by which a tie was contracted.

faithful to her promise

When would loyal be a good substitute for constant?

Although the words loyal and constant have much in common, loyal implies a firm resistance to any temptation to desert or betray.

remained loyal to the czar

When is it sensible to use resolute instead of constant?

The words resolute and constant are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, resolute implies firm determination to adhere to a cause or purpose.

a resolute ally

In what contexts can staunch take the place of constant?

The synonyms staunch and constant are sometimes interchangeable, but staunch suggests fortitude and resolution in adherence and imperviousness to influences that would weaken it.

a staunch defender of free speech

When can steadfast be used instead of constant?

The meanings of steadfast and constant largely overlap; however, steadfast implies a steady and unwavering course in love, allegiance, or conviction.

steadfast in their support

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Recent Examples of constant But control isn’t about constant visibility. —Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026 Men are promoted 21% faster than women, even when performance ratings are held constant. —Katica Roy, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026 These five, scored on warmth, weight, and compressability, are in constant rotation in my gear closet. —Kelly Bastone, Outside, 10 Feb. 2026 The show is an argument that progress isn’t always linear, but community is constant. —Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for constant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constant
  1. steady
  2. frequent
  3. steadfast
  4. unchanging
  5. periodic
  6. staunch
  7. stable
  8. regular
Adjective
  • The finale, which focuses on a single subject (obsessed with and thus defensive of his own public nudity), comes closest to escaping a steady stream of antagonization and painting a nuanced portrait of what’s keeping a range of Americans from finding community.
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Your money can stretch further while your self-respect stays strong and steady.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
Definition of steady
Adjective
  • In a nutshell, those new federal rules include work requirements for able-bodied Medicaid recipients, more frequent eligibility checks and citizenship verification for applicants to these government benefit programs.
    — Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Scuffs and chips will show up quickly, requiring frequent touch-ups that can end up creating messy layers.
    — Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 5 Feb. 2026
Definition of frequent
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  • Fennell teases out the tricky evolution of the characters’ deep bond, from steadfast sibling affection toward a combative, quasi-incestuous desire.
    — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
  • The band remained steadfast in the commitment despite many other acts bowing out.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 8 Feb. 2026
Definition of steadfast
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  • For people accustomed to the idea that nature was eternal and unchanging, Holmes observes, the idea of extinction was profoundly troubling.
    — Kathryn Schulz, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Given the themes of mental illness and its treatments, those who follow meditation may note the allusion to the Blue Sky practice, where thoughts and emotions are seen as passing clouds against the backdrop of a constant, unchanging blue sky that represents the mind.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Feb. 2026
Definition of unchanging
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  • Her posts include asking for help in finding someone to remodel her pool, how to get to the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and periodic questions about how to take care of different plants.
    — Sarah Lapidus, AZCentral.com, 12 Feb. 2026
  • Measles was eliminated in the United States by 2000 but has resurfaced in periodic outbreaks, mostly among people who are not vaccinated.
    — N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Definition of periodic
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  • Last week, Sanders — the longtime Vermont independent and staunch critic of the Republican president — called for a permanent cap of 15% on credit card rates.
    — Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
  • CrossFit, the high-intensity gym begun by the staunch libertarian Greg Glassman, went from 13 gyms in 2005 to 13,000 in 2016.
    — Annie Levin, Washington Post, 10 Feb. 2026
Definition of staunch
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  • The prosecution said a medical report noted Lai’s general health condition remained stable.
    — Kanis Leung, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Mohan highlighted that a favorable mix shift to higher capacity HDDs, stable pricing, and a focus on cost improvements could fuel gross margin above 50%, an operating margin of more than 40%, and EPS higher than $20.
    — TipRanks, CNBC, 8 Feb. 2026
Definition of stable
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  • Havenstein started 148 regular-season games and 13 playoff games, including the Rams’ victory over the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium to cap the 2021 season.
    — Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
  • She was given a series of instructions and shown videos that explained the purpose and cadence of her regular check-ins.
    — Mica Rosenberg, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
Definition of regular

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“Constant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constant. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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