How Do You Spell INCESSANT?

Pronunciation: [ɪnsˈɛsənt] (IPA)

The word "incessant" is spelled with the letters i-n-c-e-s-s-a-n-t. Its IPA phonetic transcription is /ɪnˈsɛsənt/. The first syllable "in" is pronounced with the short "ih" sound. The second syllable "cess" is pronounced with the short "eh" sound, followed by the "s" sound. The third syllable "ant" is pronounced with the "ah" sound, followed by the "nt" consonant blend. This word means "continuing without pause or interruption," and it can be used to describe things like noises, complaints, or rain.

INCESSANT Meaning and Definition

1. The term "incessant" is an adjective that describes an action or occurrence that continues without interruption or cessation. It refers to something that is constant, unyielding, or never-ending in nature. It suggests a persistent or unrelenting quality, signifying an ongoing flow or repetition without pause or respite.

   Incessant can be used to depict various situations. For instance, it can describe a relentless noise or sound that occurs frequently and without interruption, often causing annoyance or disturbance. Similarly, it can represent an action or behavior that happens repeatedly or remains uninterrupted over a prolonged period, making it appear constant or unvarying.

   The term is not limited to physical manifestations, as it can also apply to abstract concepts. It can be applied to describe an incessant worry or fear, indicating a state of continuous anxiety or unease. It can also refer to relentless criticism or comments, suggesting a constant barrage of judgment or disapproval.

   Incessant is often used to emphasize the uninterrupted or persistent nature of a particular situation or occurrence, highlighting the absence of breaks, breaks in rhythm, or intervals in time. It conveys an idea of continuity and a lack of interruption, accentuating the frequency, regularity, or unending aspect of the action or state being described.

2. Continual; without interruption.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for INCESSANT *

• incessent 78.9473684%
• incesant 10.5263157%

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Other Common Misspellings for INCESSANT

• incerdant
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• incestant
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• Insensant
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• Unsessant
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• Incresant
• inssessant
• incensants
• Incelasant

Etymology of INCESSANT

The word incessant has its roots in the Latin word incessans, which is the present participle of the verb incestare. Incestare is derived from the combination of in (meaning not) and cessare (meaning to cease). Therefore, incessant ultimately traces back to the Latin words for not and cease.

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• incessancy,
• ingested,
• incessantly.