inconstancy (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: ɪnˈkɒnstənsi

Definition

Frequent and unpredictable changes in mood, loyalty, or behavior.

Examples

• The inconstancy of his support made it difficult for the team to rely on him during critical projects.

• She was frustrated by the inconstancy of the market, which fluctuated wildly throughout the trading day.

• Historical accounts often highlight the inconstancy of political alliances during the Renaissance.

Synonyms of inconstancy

Words with a similar meaning to inconstancy:

• change
• instability
• fickleness
• volatility
• capriciousness

Antonyms of inconstancy

Words with the opposite meaning to inconstancy:

• constancy
• stability

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