Constantly — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb /ˈkän(t)-stənt-lē/ con·stant·ly

Meaning & Definition of Constantly

Constantly (adverb)

  1. without variation, deviation, or change, always
  2. with regular occurrence, incessantly

Constantly (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. many times

    "a crackpot who constantly wrote angry letters to the local newspaper"

    similar: again and again, continually, frequently, hourly, much, oft, often, oftentimes, over and over, repeatedly, a lot, time after time, time and again
    related: always, consistently, continuingly, continuously, night and day, perpetually, unceasingly, uninterruptedly, afresh, again, anew, commonly, habitually, ordinarily, regularly, routinely, intermittently, periodically, recurrently, generally, usually
    opposite: infrequently, little, rarely, seldom
    near: now, now and then, occasionally, sometimes, sporadically, ne'er, never, once

  2. on every relevant occasion

    "stay constantly on guard until the danger of forest fire is past"

    similar: always, aye, consistently, continually, ever, forever, incessantly, invariably, night and day, perpetually, unfailingly, at every turn
    related: commonly, frequently, oft, often, oftentimes, recurrently, repeatedly, continuously, steadily, uninterruptedly, unremittingly, dependably, generally, habitually, normally, ordinarily, regularly, routinely, typically, usually, inevitably, eternally, everlastingly
    opposite: ne'er, never
    near: intermittently, occasionally, periodically, sometimes, sporadically, infrequently, rarely, seldom, unusually, variously

Related Entry: Constant (adjective)

Constant is a different word from Constantly. The synonyms below are for constant, not for constantly.

  1. not undergoing a change in condition

    "change is the only constant thing in the world of fashion"

    similar: changeless, stable, stationary, steady, unchanging, unvarying, on an even keel
    related: fast, fixed, hard-and-fast, immutable, inflexible, invariable, unalterable, unchangeable, established, set, settled, ceaseless, continuing, durable, enduring, lasting, permanent
    opposite: capricious, changeful, changing, fickle, fluctuating, fluid, inconstant, mercurial, skittish, uncertain, unpredictable, unsettled, unstable, unsteady, varying, volatile
    near: adaptable, alterable, changeable, flexible, mutable, variable, ephemeral, evanescent, fleeting, momentary, transient, transitory, kaleidoscopic, phantasmagoric

  2. appearing or occurring repeatedly from time to time

    "I get constant headaches during humid weather"

    similar: frequent, habitual, periodic, periodical, regular, repeated, steady
    related: continual, intermittent, recurrent, recurring, cyclic, around-the-clock, hourly, round-the-clock, 24-7, chronic, confirmed, inveterate, expected, usual
    opposite: inconstant, infrequent, irregular
    near: episodic, occasional, unexpected, unusual

  3. firm in one's allegiance to someone or something

    "constant friends during times both good and bad"

    similar: dedicated, devoted, devout, down-the-line, faithful, fast, good, loyal, pious, staunch, steadfast, steady, true, true-blue
    related: dependable, dutiful, reliable, responsible, solid, tried, tried-and-true, trustworthy, trusty, unfaltering, unhesitating, unwavering, determined, intent, resolute, confirmed, dyed-in-the-wool, inveterate, sworn, ardent, avid, enthusiastic, fervent, fervid, gung ho, impassioned, passionate, serious
    opposite: disloyal, faithless, false, fickle, inconstant, perfidious, recreant, traitorous, treacherous, unfaithful, untrue
    near: irresponsible, undependable, unreliable, untrustworthy, faltering, hesitant, vacillating, wavering, dubious, irresolute, shaky, uncertain, apathetic, dispassionate, uninterested

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Constantly

The most common words with a similar meaning to Constantly:

again and again, continually, frequently, hourly, much, oft, often, oftentimes, over and over, repeatedly, always, aye, consistently, ever, forever, incessantly, invariably, night and day, perpetually, unfailingly, a lot, time after time, time and again, at every turn

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Constantly

Words with the opposite meaning of Constantly:

infrequently, little, rarely, seldom, ne'er, never

Related Words for Constantly

continuingly, continuously, unceasingly, uninterruptedly, afresh, again, anew, commonly, habitually, ordinarily, regularly, routinely, intermittently, periodically, recurrently, generally, usually, steadily, unremittingly, dependably, normally, typically, inevitably, eternally, everlastingly

Near Antonyms of Constantly

now, now and then, occasionally, sometimes, sporadically, once, intermittently, periodically, unusually, variously

Origin & Etymology of Constantly

First known use: 1651

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Constantly

Frequently Asked Questions about Constantly

What does "Constantly" mean?

"Constantly" means without variation, deviation, or change, always. As an adverb, it is defined as: without variation, deviation, or change, always. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Constantly"?

Other words for "Constantly" include again and again, continually, frequently, hourly, much, oft, often and oftentimes. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Constantly" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Constantly"?

There are 49 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Constantly". Common alternatives include again and again, continually, frequently, hourly, much, oft, often, oftentimes, over and over and repeatedly.

What is the opposite of "Constantly"?

Antonyms of "Constantly" include infrequently, little, rarely, seldom, ne'er and never. Near antonyms include now, now and then, occasionally and sometimes.

How do you use "Constantly" in a sentence?

Examples of "Constantly" in a sentence: "a crackpot who constantly wrote angry letters to the local newspaper"; "stay constantly on guard until the danger of forest fire is past".

Is "Constantly" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Constantly" is an adverb.

Is "Constantly" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Constantly" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Constantly"?

"Constantly" is pronounced /ˈkän(t)-stənt-lē/ and divided into syllables as con·stant·ly.