invariable

adjective

in·​vari·​able (ˌ)in-ˈver-ē-ə-bəl How to pronounce invariable (audio)
Synonyms of invariablenext
: not changing or capable of change : constant
an invariable routine
invariability
(ˌ)in-ˌver-ē-ə-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce invariable (audio)
noun
invariable noun

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an invariable interest rate
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The precise emotions and sentiments experienced when viewing the planet from above are individual and various, but the overall effect is invariable — a deeply profound change in perception about our world and life on Earth. — Charles Black, Space.com, 14 Feb. 2025 The invariable staleness of manufactured chips that are not just-made will clash with the freshness of your guacamole’s flavors. — Tribune News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of invariable was in the 15th century

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invariable

adjective
in·​vari·​able (ˈ)in-ˈver-ē-ə-bəl How to pronounce invariable (audio)
-ˈvar-
: not changing or capable of change
an invariable routine
invariability
(ˌ)in-ˌver-ē-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē How to pronounce invariable (audio)
-ˌvar-
noun
invariable noun

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