constant

Definition

Unchanged through time or space; permanent.

Etymology

From Middle English constant, from Old French constant, from Latin constantem, accusative of constans, from cōnstāre (“to stand firm”). Displaced native Old English singal.

Example Sentences

• "The constant pinging of electronic devices is driving many people to the end of their tether. Electronic devices not only overload the senses and invade leisure time. They feed on themselves: the more people tweet the more they are rewarded with followers and retweets."
• "Both loving one fair maid, they yet remained constant friends."
• "I am constant to my purposes."