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incessant

[ɪnˈsɛsənt]

incessant Definition

  • 1continuing without pause or interruption
  • 2ceaseless

Using incessant: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "incessant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The incessant rain made it impossible to go outside.

  • Example

    The incessant chatter of the students was distracting.

  • Example

    The dog's incessant barking kept the neighbors awake all night.

incessant Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for incessant

Antonyms for incessant

Phrases with incessant

  • a continuous and annoying sound that does not stop

    Example

    The construction work outside my window is making an incessant noise.

  • talking without stopping or taking a break

    Example

    Her incessant talking made it difficult for me to concentrate on my work.

  • rain that falls continuously without stopping

    Example

    The incessant rain caused flooding in many parts of the city.

Origins of incessant

from Latin 'incessant-', from the verb 'incessare', meaning 'to assail, to pursue without ceasing'

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Summary: incessant in Brief

'Incessant' [ɪnˈsɛsənt] means continuing without pause or interruption, and is often used to describe something that is annoying or distracting. It can be applied to various contexts, such as weather, noise, or talking, as in 'The incessant rain made it impossible to go outside.' 'Incessant' is synonymous with 'unending,' 'never-ending,' and 'perpetual,' and antonyms include 'intermittent' and 'sporadic.'