Inconstancy

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈkɑnstənsi/

Definitions of inconstancy

noun the quality of being inconstant; lack of consistency or stability

Example Sentences

A1 Her inconstancy in making plans often causes confusion.

A2 The weather's inconstancy made it difficult to plan outdoor activities.

B1 The inconstancy of his moods made it hard for others to predict his behavior.

B2 The inconstancy of the stock market can be challenging for investors.

C1 The inconstancy of political alliances can lead to unexpected shifts in power.

C2 Her inconstancy in relationships has caused her to lose many close friends.

Examples of inconstancy in a Sentence

formal The inconstancy of the weather in this region makes it difficult to plan outdoor activities.

informal I can't keep up with her inconstancy when it comes to making plans.

slang His inconstancy with relationships is starting to become a pattern.

figurative The inconstancy of the stock market keeps investors on their toes.

Grammatical Forms of inconstancy

• plural: inconstancies
• comparative: more inconstant
• superlative: most inconstant
• present tense: is inconstant
• future tense: will be inconstant
• perfect tense: has been inconstant
• continuous tense: is being inconstant
• singular: inconstancy
• positive degree: inconstant
• infinitive: to be inconstant
• gerund: inconstancy
• participle: inconstant

Origin and Evolution of inconstancy

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'inconstancy' originated from the Latin word 'inconstantia', which is derived from the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and the word 'constantia' meaning 'steadfastness'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'inconstancy' has retained its original meaning of lack of steadfastness or stability, but it has also come to be associated with fickleness or changeability in character or behavior.