constantly
/ˈkɒnstəntli/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
In a constant manner; occurring continuously; persistently.
Adverb
Examples
For most people, this sacrifice is made easily and instinctively. Not so for otroverts, who are neither willing nor able to passively adopt the social scripts that others do. To the otrovert, who is constantly engaged with the choices and consequences of their individual life, social norms follow a
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Recurring regularly.
Adverb
Examples
I find that I am constantly reminding you to feed your pets.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “constantly” mean?
In a constant manner; occurring continuously; persistently.
Is “constantly” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.