Invariable (en. Invariable)

/in.va.ri.ˈa.ble/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That which remains or stays the same at all times.
His attitude was invariable, regardless of the situation.
Su actitud fue invariable, sin importar la situación.
That which is not altered or modified.
The invariable principles of physics are fundamental for understanding the universe.
Los principios invariables de la física son fundamentales para entender el universo.
That which is constant and does not show variations.
The price of fuel has been invariable throughout the month.
El precio del combustible ha sido invariable durante todo el mes.

Etymology

From Latin 'invariabilis', which means 'not variable'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

invariable as a rock
Referring to something that is completely constant and is not affected by external circumstances.
invariable como una roca
to remain invariable
It means to remain in the same state or condition over time.
mantenerse invariable
invariable principle
It refers to a rule or norm that does not change, regardless of conditions.
principio invariable
an invariable answer
It indicates that the given answer does not change, no matter the context.
una respuesta invariable

Related Words

variable
That which can change or may not be stable.
variable
constant
That which remains the same over time or on several occasions.
constante
modifiable
That which can be changed or altered.
modificable
changing
That which is in constant change.
cambiante

Slang Meanings

To have an invariable opinion.
He always has an invariable opinion on those topics.
Siempre tiene una opinión invariable sobre esos temas.
A lack of flexibility in decisions.
His attitude is invariable, which sometimes causes problems.
Su actitud es invariable, lo que a veces causa problemas.