ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD CONSTANT
From Old French, from Latin constāns standing firm, from constāre to be steadfast, from stāre to stand.
WHAT DOES CONSTANT MEAN IN ENGLISH?
Definition of constant in the English dictionary
The first definition of constant in the dictionary is fixed and invariable; unchanging. Other definition of constant is continual or continuous; incessant. Constant is also resolute in mind, purpose, or affection; loyal.
10 QUOTES WITH «CONSTANT»
Famous quotes and sentences with the word
constant.
The line that describes the beautiful is elliptical. It has simplicity and constant change. It cannot be described by a compass, and it changes direction at every one of its points.
Moorcock's interlinked 'Eternal Champion' series is a constant source of enjoyment. Of its tragic hero incarnations, my favourite is 'Elric of Melnibone,' and the best book has to be 'Stormbringer.' And as for that other sword, Excalibur? Pah! Use it to spread your butter.
The tears of the world are a constant quality. For each one who begins to weep, somewhere else another stops. The same is true of the laugh.
Obedience opens the door to the constant companionship of the Holy Ghost. And the spiritual gifts and abilities activated by the power of the Holy Ghost enable us to avoid deception - and to see, to feel, to know, to understand, and to remember things as they really are.
You're a constant student, as a musician.
I like to consider myself a star - a star, that when you look in the sky, it's always there. And on a clear night... a shooting star comes by, and get a little thrill, and you make a little wish. You need both types of stars, the shooting and the constant stars. The heavens include them all.
Running a farm is about solving a problem, and that's always interesting to me. But it's a constant process.
The battlefield is a scene of constant chaos. The winner will be the one who controls that chaos, both his own and the enemies.
The forgotten world is made up primarily of the developing nations, where most of the people, comprising more than fifty percent of the total world population, live in poverty, with hunger as a constant companion and fear of famine a continual menace.
I appreciate the constant evolution in refining food, but not in making food gimmicky.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «CONSTANT»
Discover the use of
constant in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
constant and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The
Constant Gardener: A Novel
His eighteenth novel is also the profoundly moving story of a man whom tragedy elevates.
A fictional portrait of Henry VIII's first wife, Katherine of Aragon, follows her through her youthful marriage to Henry's older brother, Arthur, her widowhood, her marriage to Henry, and the divorce that led to Henry's marriage to Anne ...
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Constant: Political Writings
Classic definitions of modern liberal doctrine emerge from the first English translation of the major political works of Benjamin Constant (1767-1830), one of the most important of the French political theorists.
Benjamin Constant, Biancamaria Fontana, 1988
The Fifth Edition of this classic text has been thoroughly revised.
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Spaces of
Constant Curvature
This book is the sixth edition of the classic Spaces of Constant Curvature, first published in 1967, with the previous (fifth) edition published in 1984.
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Constant Battles: The Myth of the Peaceful, Noble Savage
In Constant Battles: The Myth of the Peaceful, Noble Savage, LeBlanc contends that warfare and violent conflict have existed throughout human history, and that humans have never lived in ecological balance with nature.
Steven Le Blanc, Katherine E. Register, 2013
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Constant Burden: The Reconstitution of Family Life
This classic text was the first to avoid the automatic assumption that parents viewed their disabled child as a 'problem'. This revised edition gives new life to this important work, which was previously out of print.
Margaret Voysey Paun, 1975
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Constant Suicide: A Novel
Chris feels like a loser and is tired of his life of obedience and order.
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Constant Turmoil: The Politics of Industrial Life in ...
The author examines history of the New England textile industry during the nineteenth century from the perspective the growth of industrialization and the struggle between labor and management.
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Constant Touch: A Global History of the Mobile Phone
He tells the story from the early associations with cars and the privileged, through its immense popular success, to the rise of the smartphone.
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «CONSTANT»
Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term
constant is used in the context of the following news items.
Hillary Clinton Blames 'Constant Barrage of Attacks' by GOP for Polls …
Hillary Clinton on Tuesday blamed voter perceptions that she is untrustworthy on a “constant barrage of attacks” by Republicans over many ... «Wall Street Journal, Jul 15»
'Destiny' Must Learn Not To Fear Constant Weapon Balancing
Destiny's ultimate goal is to be a changing, expanding world that evolves over time, but for many fans, it's not changing nearly fast enough. «Forbes, Jul 15»
Katrina fed up of constant Jagga Jasoos reshoots?
Jagga Jasoos has been in the making for a long time now, but there is no end to its delay. The film has been constantly delayed because of ... «Bollywood Life, Jul 15»
Mother of three raises concern over constant speeding between …
A CONCERNED mother says that constant speeding on one of the main routes between Crewkerne and Chard is putting lives at risk. Rebecca ... «Western Gazette, Jul 15»
Constant Contact (CTCT) Is Strong On High Volume Today
Trade-Ideas LLC identified Constant Contact ( CTCT) as a strong on high relative volume candidate. In addition to specific proprietary factors, ... «TheStreet.com, Jul 15»
Constant rain slows down Missouri crop production
The USDA released its weekly Crop Progress and Condition report Monday, and the numbers were below average. «ABC17News.com, Jul 15»
Manchester United In Constant Contact For Torino Star Matteo …
Manchester United are in constant touch with Torino to reach an agreement over a fee for right-back Matteo Darmian. The Red Devils have ... «Inside Futbol, Jul 15»
Constant Contact Inc. (CTCT) Is Up After S&P Makes Changes
It was announced after the bell Monday that Constant Contact Inc. (CTCT) will replace West Pharmaceutical Services in the S&P SmallCap 600 ... «RTT News, Jul 15»
Dechra Pharma FY15 Group Revenue Up 10% At Constant …
L) reported that Group revenue for the financial year ended 30 June 2015 increased by about 10% at constant exchange rates or CER compare ... «RTT News, Jul 15»
WRAP Report Shows Gate Fees Remain “Relatively Constant”
WRAP's Gate Fees Report: comparing the cost of alternative waste treatment options (2014/15) shows that fees remain relatively constant for ... «CIWM Journal Online, Jul 15»
