constant Definition

constant
adj

1. Never stopping.

Thesaurus: interminable, endless, eternal, continuous, incessant, relentless, perpetual, persistent, sustained; Antonym: fitful, occasional.
2. Frequently recurring.
3. Unchanging.

Thesaurus: permanent, immutable, unalterable, uniform, even, stable, resolute, firm, steady, staunch; Antonym: variable, irregular.
4. Faithful; loyal.

Thesaurus: faithful, loyal, devoted, true, dependable, trustworthy; Antonym: fickle.

noun

1. math.
A symbol representing an unspecified number, which remains unchanged, unlike a variable.

Derivative: constancy
noun

The quality of being constant
Thesaurus: determination, perseverance, devotion, fidelity, tenacity, regularity.

Derivative: constantly
adverb

Etymology: 14c: French, from Latin constans, from constare to stand together.