constance

steadfastness

noun kohn-STAHNS Rare

Origin: From Latin 'constantia', from 'constans' (standing firm).

Also means

consistency

Usage Note

Constance denotes unwavering persistence or consistency of character over time. The related adjective is constant(e) and the adverb is constamment. Note that Constance (capital C) is also a common French given name and the name of a German city (Constance / Konstanz), so context matters.

Examples

"Sa constance dans l'effort l'a menée au succès."

Natural Translation

Her steadfastness in effort led her to success.

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