adverb
incessantly
ihn-SEHS-uhnt-lee
Incessantly (adverb) means Without stopping, especially to an annoying degree. Example: “The baby cried incessantly through the night.”
adverb
1
Without stopping, especially to an annoying degree.
"The baby cried incessantly through the night."
"He complains incessantly about his commute."
How to use incessantly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishConstantly, non-stop — usually said with a hint of exasperation.
Common pairings
talk incessantly
complain incessantly
nag incessantly
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Rhymes for incessantly
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Frequently asked questions
What does “incessantly” mean?
The word “incessantly” means without stopping, especially to an annoying degree. In plain terms, constantly, non-stop — usually said with a hint of exasperation.
How do you pronounce “incessantly”?
“Incessantly” is pronounced ihn-SEHS-uhnt-lee (/ɪnˈsɛs.ənt.li/ in IPA).
How do you use “incessantly” in a sentence?
Here is “incessantly” used in a sentence: “The baby cried incessantly through the night.”
What part of speech is “incessantly”?
“Incessantly” is an adverb.
