CONSTANCY Synonyms: 135 Similar and Opposite Words

constancy

noun

ˈkän(t)-stən(t)-sē

Definition of constancy

as in stability

the state of continuing without change the mistaken notion that there is constancy in language—words do indeed change their meanings over time

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as in dedication

adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty soldiers serving with constancy and devotion to country

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as in courage

the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship it takes determination and constancy to get through law school

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Recent Examples of constancy Lizzo, Coco Jones and more high-profile stars incorporated the see-through fabric motif into their respective designer looks, emphasizing the constancy of the modern material. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 29 June 2026 And its quietude is an effect of its constancy as a measure of value. — John Tamny, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026 The tension is between constancy versus transformation. — Glamour, 25 Apr. 2026 Michael was saved to some degree by the love and constancy of his mother Katherine, played with touching warmth in a gorgeous performance from Nia Long. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for constancy

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Noun

By investing in the spaces where unhoused New Yorkers seek safety, the city can better meet their physical and emotional needs and ensure every shelter supports their path toward stability and independence.

— Jeffrey Ginsburg, New York Daily News, 8 Oct. 2026
Switching to a dedicated court shoe provides the low-profile lateral stability your joints need.

— Michael Swartzon, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of stability

Noun

In that span, the prevailing public narrative about Simmons shifted radically — from a guy zealously dedicated to rehabbing and the game itself to questions about his desire and dedication.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 12 Oct. 2026
But instead of denouncing the class of managers and industrialists who profited from the paint factories, the doctors blamed the workers for their poor condition, citing their dedication to their jobs as its primary cause.

— Wendy S. Walters, Architectural Digest, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of dedication

Noun

As Earth faces an overwhelming alien threat, these young aviators are thrown into relentless combat that tests their loyalty, courage and faith in one another.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
One woman writing for Hers described spending about an hour working up the courage for her first weight-loss shot, only to find the thin needle barely hurt.

— Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of courage

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Ryan is currently focused on creating greater consistency across Hilton’s perks and benefits packages, which can differ between countries.

— Sam Forsdick, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
The list takes months to compile, with multiple steps and checks designed to ensure rigor and consistency.

— Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,Kelli Grant, CFP®, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of consistency

Noun

But more importantly — and what comes with age — is having the fortitude not to follow them.

— Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2026
That mental fortitude stood out to Green during a minor-league game in which Voit started 0-for-4 with three strikeouts.

— Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of fortitude

Noun

More than 70 companies have also signed on to contribute to employees’ children’s accounts, the White House said, following early commitments from firms like JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America.

— Fernanda Tronco, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2026
Today, many more American women are choosing Lee Krasner’s lifestyle and her commitments; but to pioneer took a special kind of courage.

— Barbara Rose, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of commitment

Noun

Under that gorgeous screen, the watch is packed with 32GB of storage, tons of sports modes to track your activities, and a myriad of other metrics, including overall stamina, sleep, VO2 max, recovery insights, and even wrist power.

— Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026
Ambitious mukbang-ers eager to prove their gastronomic stamina descended on Red Lobster locations across the country to consume absurd quantities of shrimp.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026

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