constant

['kɔnstənt]

adj.不变的, 经常的
n.常数, 恒量

a.

1. 固定的, 不变的

The birth rate in this city is almost constant.

这城市的出生率几乎是不变的。

2. 不停的, 接连不断的, 持续的

He hates his wife's constant nagging.

他讨厌他妻子唠叨不休。

3. 【书】忠诚的, 忠贞不渝的

He remained constant till death.

他至死忠贞不渝。

n.[C]

1. 【数】【物】常数, 衡量

The speed of light is an important constant.

光速是一个重要的常数。

2. 不变的事物

词形变化

副词: constantly |

词义辨析

同义:

a.不变的, 恒定的, 固定的

uniform  regular  even  same  invariable  fixed  firm  fast  solid  steady  stable  permanent  abiding  enduring  immutable  unalterable  incommutable  unchanging  changeless  unchangeable

a.恒久的, 持续的

perpetual  endless  unending  never-ending  interminable  eternal  everlasting  ceaseless  incessant  unceasing  nonstop  uninterrupted  continual  continuous  unbroken  unremitting  relentless  persistent  recurrent  frequent  habitual

a.忠实的, 坚韧的

faithful  devoted  loyal  staunch  true-hearted  steadfast  unwavering  undeviating  resolute  determined  serious  indomitable  persevering  persistent  untiring  unflagging  unwearied  indefatigable  tenacious  dogged  strong-willed  grim  unshrinking  obstinate  stubborn  uncompromising  unbending  unyielding  inflexible  tried-and-true  

同义参见:

perennial  orderly  chronic  consistent  level  equable  wool  unfailing  unchanged  assiduous  single  

反义:

a.固定的, 不变的

inconstant  changeable  mutable  capricious  

反义参见:

variable  

英英释义

名词 constant:

a quantity that does not vary

同义词：constant quantity, invariable

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

形容词 constant:

persistent in occurrence and unvarying in nature

同义词：changeless, invariant, unvarying

continually recurring or continuing without interruption

同义词：continuant

steadfast in purpose or devotion or affection

uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing

同义词：ceaseless, incessant, never-ending, perpetual, unceasing, unremitting

补充

constantconstant英:[ˈkɔnstənt] 美:[ˈkɑnstənt]adj.1.始终如一的, 恒久不变的In our world nothing seems constant.在我们这个世界上似乎没有东西是永恒不变的。2.不断的, 连续发生的In history, change is constant.在历史上, 变化是不断的。3.忠实的, 忠诚的The seeing eye dog was the blind man's constant companion.导盲犬是盲人的忠实伙伴。

例句

1. Duels, murder, and feuding were constants in the Highlands.在苏格兰高地, 决斗、谋杀和世仇是永恒不变的事情。 2. Despite the instability of her life, there remained two constants: she took mass at St Matthew's and tea at the House of Lords.尽管她的生活变化无常, 但是总有两件雷打不动的事：去圣马太教堂做弥撒以及去上议院喝茶。 3. In the world of fashion it sometimes seems that the only constant is ceaseless change.在时尚界, 有时似乎唯一永恒不变的东西就是不断的变化。 4. The velocity of light is a constant.光速是个常量。 5. Inflation is a constant threat.通货膨胀的威胁是始终存在的。 6. She suggests that women are under constant pressure to be abnormally thin.她认为女性总是处于需要保持骨感身材的压力之下。 7. I wanted you out of my sight. You were a constant reminder of my weakness, my cowardice.我要你从我的视线中消失。你的存在让我不断想起我的脆弱、我的怯懦。 8. He had a constant stream of visitors.他的访客络绎不绝。 9. His condition has made life a constant struggle.他的健康状况使他的人生变成了一场永不停息的斗争。 10. the constant battle to keep his weight near 10st为使体重保持在10英石(63.5公斤)左右的持续斗争 11. The job market is in a constant state of flux.就业市场处于永恒的变动之中。 12. a constant source of encouragement and advice鼓励和建议的不断的源泉 13. a constant supply of fresh fish源源不断的鲜鱼供给 14. He has been constant in his friendship.他始终忠于友谊。 15. the pain is constant.疼痛持续不断。 16. the company has kept its prices fairly constant.公司一直保持价格不变。 17. the condition of struggle remained a constant.斗争情形保持不变。 18. The constant noise gave me a headache.噪音不断，使我头痛。 19. You use less petrol if you drive at a constant speed.以稳定速度驾驶可节省汽油。 20. He suffers from constant headaches.他经常头痛。 21. The noise from the construction was constant [=continuous] from early morning until evening.施工产生的噪声从早到晚一刻不停。 22. Her constant chatter was a nuisance.她没完没了的唠叨真烦人。 23. The house is in constant need of repairs.这房子经常需要维修。 24. The scar serves as a constant reminder of the accident.这个伤疤让人经常想起那场事故。 25. a problem demanding constant attention/care需要持续关注/关心的问题 26. The equipment should be stored at a constant temperature.这个设备应该在恒温条件下存放。 27. He kept the car's speed constant.他保持车速不变。 28. She has struggled to maintain a constant weight.她一直努力保持体重不变。 29. They remained constant friends throughout their lives.他们一辈子都是忠实的朋友。 30. Their friendship was constant.他们的友谊是永恒的。 31. He talked constantly all through the movie.整场电影他都说个不停。 32. They complained constantly about the noise.他们经常抱怨噪声问题。 33. Her job was the one constant in her life.工作是她生活中不变的内容。