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constancy

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Noun — Steadiness and reliability, especially in loyalty, feelings, or purpose over time.

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perceptual constancy

How to use constancy

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constancy of purpose unwavering constancy a model of constancy

Etymology

From Latin constantia, "standing firm" — the same root as "constant."

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What does “constancy” mean?

The word “constancy” means steadiness and reliability, especially in loyalty, feelings, or purpose over time. In plain terms, staying the same, loyal, or steady — not wavering.

How do you pronounce “constancy”?

“Constancy” is pronounced KONS-tuhn-see (/ˈkɑnstənsi/ in IPA).

How do you use “constancy” in a sentence?

Here is “constancy” used in a sentence: “Her constancy through the hard years never went unnoticed.”

What part of speech is “constancy”?

“Constancy” is a noun.

Where does the word “constancy” come from?

The word “constancy” comes from Latin. From Latin constantia, "standing firm" — the same root as "constant.".

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