What does constant mean?
Definitions for constant
ˈkɒn stəntcon·stant
Here are all the possible meanings and translations of the word constant.
Princeton's WordNet
constant, constant quantity, invariable(noun)
a quantity that does not vary
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"
changeless, constant, invariant, unvarying(adj)
unvarying in nature
"maintained a constant temperature"; "principles of unvarying validity"
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"
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
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
constant(Noun)
That which is permanent or invariable.
Etymology: From constantem, constare.
constant(Noun)
A quantity that remains at a fixed value throughout a given discussion.
Etymology: From constantem, constare.
constant(Noun)
Any property of an experiment, determined numerically, that does not change under given circumstances.
Etymology: From constantem, constare.
constant(Noun)
An identifier that is bound to an invariant value.
Etymology: From constantem, constare.
constant(Adjective)
Unchanged through time or space; permanent.
Etymology: From constantem, constare.
constant(Adjective)
Consistently recurring over time; persistent
Etymology: From constantem, constare.
constant(Adjective)
Steady in purpose, action, feeling, etc.
Etymology: From constantem, constare.
Webster Dictionary
Constant(verb)
firm; solid; fixed; immovable; -- opposed to fluid
Constant(verb)
not liable, or given, to change; permanent; regular; continuous; continually recurring; steadfast; faithful; not fickle
Constant(verb)
remaining unchanged or invariable, as a quantity, force, law, etc
Constant(verb)
consistent; logical
Constant(noun)
that which is not subject to change; that which is invariable
Constant(noun)
a quantity that does not change its value; -- used in countradistinction to variable
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
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
Spoken Corpus Frequency
Rank popularity for the word 'constant' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #2175
Written Corpus Frequency
Rank popularity for the word 'constant' in Written Corpus Frequency: #2770
Adjectives Frequency
Rank popularity for the word 'constant' in Adjectives Frequency: #283
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of constant in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of constant in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7
Examples of constant in a Sentence
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.
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
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.
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.
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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Translations for constant
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- постоянен, постоянна величина, непрекъснат, константа, неизмененBulgarian
- constantCatalan, Valencian
- konstantaCzech
- konstantDanish
- ständig, beständig, Konstante, konstant, stetig, regelmäßig, Fixwert, festGerman
- σταθερός, σταθερά, συνεχής, διαρκής, αδιάκοποςGreek
- konstantaEsperanto
- constanteSpanish
- püsivEstonian
- ثابت, ماندگارPersian
- muuttumaton, vakio, jatkuva, vakaa, tasainen, pysyväFinnish
- constant, constanteFrench
- diongbháilteIrish
- cunbhalach, seasmhachScottish Gaelic
- állandó, konstans, kitartó, állhatatos, folytonos, változatlanHungarian
- costanteItalian
- 定数Japanese
- 변하지 않는 것, 상수Korean
- constantDutch
- constantePortuguese
- constant, constantă, stabil, neschimbatRomanian
- постоянная, постоянный, константаRussian
- konstantaSerbo-Croatian
- konstantSwedish
- sabitTurkish
- không thay đổiVietnamese
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