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constants

n. plural-only
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈkɑnstənts// UK //kˈɒnstənts// con·stants

n. things that stay the same and do not change over time. You use this to describe parts of your life or a situation that are always there.

n. factors or conditions that remain stable and unchanging over a period of time. Often used in contrast with variables or shifting circumstances.


SIMPLE

Her kindness and patience are constants in our family.

CONTEXTUAL

In a world of rapid technological change, the need for clear communication remains one of the few constants in business.

COMPLEX

While the political landscape shifted dramatically over the decade, the community's commitment to local traditions served as one of the few constants that held the neighborhood together.

Synonyms
Usage

Typically used in the plural to describe persistent qualities or environmental factors.

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