Definitions for constant
ˈkɒn stəntcon·stant

Princeton's WordNet(2.67 / 3 votes)Rate this definition:

1. constant, constant quantity, invariable(noun)

   a quantity that does not vary

2. constant(adj)

   a number representing a quantity assumed to have a fixed value in a specified mathematical context

   "the velocity of light is a constant"

3. changeless, constant, invariant, unvarying(adj)

   unvarying in nature

   "maintained a constant temperature"; "principles of unvarying validity"

4. constant(adj)

   steadfast in purpose or devotion or affection

   "a man constant in adherence to his ideals"; "a constant lover"; "constant as the northern star"

5. ceaseless, constant, incessant, never-ending, perpetual, unceasing, unremitting(adj)

   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"

GCIDE(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition:

1. Constant(n.)

   (Computers) a data structure that does not change during the course of execution of a program. It may be a number, a string, or a more complex data structure; -- contrasted with variable.

Wiktionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition:

1. constant(Noun)

   That which is permanent or invariable.

   Etymology: From constantem, constare.

2. constant(Noun)

   A quantity that remains at a fixed value throughout a given discussion.

   Etymology: From constantem, constare.

3. constant(Noun)

   Any property of an experiment, determined numerically, that does not change under given circumstances.

   Etymology: From constantem, constare.

4. constant(Noun)

   An identifier that is bound to an invariant value.

   Etymology: From constantem, constare.

5. constant(Adjective)

   Unchanged through time or space; permanent.

   Etymology: From constantem, constare.

6. constant(Adjective)

   Consistently recurring over time; persistent

   Etymology: From constantem, constare.

7. constant(Adjective)

   Steady in purpose, action, feeling, etc.

   Etymology: From constantem, constare.

Webster Dictionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition:

1. Constant(verb)

   firm; solid; fixed; immovable; -- opposed to fluid

2. Constant(verb)

   not liable, or given, to change; permanent; regular; continuous; continually recurring; steadfast; faithful; not fickle

3. Constant(verb)

   remaining unchanged or invariable, as a quantity, force, law, etc

4. Constant(verb)

   consistent; logical

5. Constant(noun)

   that which is not subject to change; that which is invariable

6. Constant(noun)

   a quantity that does not change its value; -- used in countradistinction to variable

Chambers 20th Century Dictionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition:

1. Constant

   kon′stant, adj. fixed: unchangeable: firm: continual: faithful.—n. (math.) a term or quantity which does not vary throughout a given investigation: that which remains unchanged.—n. Con′stancy, fixedness: unchangeableness: faithfulness: (Shak.) perseverance: (Shak.) certainty.—adv. Con′stantly. [L. constans, -antis, from constāre, to stand firm—con, inten., stāre, to stand.]

British National Corpus

1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'constant' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #2175

2. Written Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'constant' in Written Corpus Frequency: #2770

3. Adjectives Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'constant' in Adjectives Frequency: #283

How to pronounce constant?

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   Alex

   US English

   

   Daniel

   British

   

   Karen

   Australian

   

   Veena

   Indian

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of constant in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of constant in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

Examples of constant in a Sentence

1. Mark Clawson:

   It is a near-constant roar akin to a full-throttle 747 interspersed with deafening, earth-shattering explosions that hurtle 100-pound (45-kg) lava bombs 100 feet (30 meters) into the air.

2. EMEASOBA GEORGE:

   Everything here (on earth) is transient in nature i.e. everything is destined to last just for a short time. Now, that is why everything comes and goes. Oh! yes, nothing is constant and unchanging except change itself. Thus, never be carried away by luxuries of life. Moreover, never boast about vanities of life (your beauty, handsomeness, riches, money, wealth, assets, wisdom, insights, knowledge or stuff like that. For surely, you will sooner or later abandon or leave everything you've acquired behind someday. ~Emeasoba George

3. Larry Lewis:

   When you hear about those who are more seriously impacted by the disease, ask a few follow up questions about their comorbidities, you'll hear a constant theme that there are other things going on.

4. Booker T. Washington:

   I believe that any man's life will be filled with constant and unexpected encouragement, if he makes up his mind to do his level best each day, and as nearly as possible reaching the high water mark of pure and useful living.

5. Washington Irving:

   A tart temper never mellows with age; and a sharp tongue is the only edged tool that grows keener with constant use.

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