Constant: meaning, definitions and examples
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constant
[ ˈkɒnstənt ]
mathematics
A constant is a value that does not change. It remains the same throughout a mathematical equation or expression.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The value of pi (π) is a constant in geometry.
- In the equation y = 2x + 3, the constant term is 3.
continual
Constant means occurring continuously over a period of time.
Synonyms
continuous, incessant, uninterrupted
Examples of usage
- The constant rain caused flooding in the area.
- She was under constant pressure to meet deadlines.
Translations
Translations of the word "constant" in other languages:
🇵🇹 constante
🇮🇳 स्थिर
🇩🇪 konstant
🇮🇩 konstan
🇺🇦 постійний
🇵🇱 stały
🇯🇵 一定の (ittei no)
🇫🇷 constant
🇪🇸 constante
🇹🇷 sabit
🇰🇷 일정한 (iljeonghan)
🇸🇦 ثابت (thabit)
🇨🇿 stálý
🇸🇰 stály
🇨🇳 恒定的 (héngdìng de)
🇸🇮 stalen
🇮🇸 stöðugur
🇰🇿 тұрақты
🇬🇪 მუდმივი (mudmivi)
🇦🇿 daimi
🇲🇽 constante
Word origin
The word 'constant' originated from the Latin word 'constans', which means standing firm, stable, or unchanging. It has been used in English since the 14th century, evolving to represent the concept of something that remains consistent or unvarying.