WordUpWordupPerson

Incessant

usgb/ɪnˈsesnt/Volume
Left Definition 1 of 2Right
LampPro Tip 1/3

Never Stops

Use 'incessant' to describe actions or events that feel like they are going on endlessly without any pause.

Illustration for Never Stops
The baby's incessant crying wore out the exhausted parents.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Neutral Tone

'Incessant' can simply describe continuity without implying good or bad, depending on context.

Illustration for Neutral Tone
The metronome's incessant ticking helped the pianist keep tempo.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Negative Contexts

Often, 'incessant' is used in contexts that suggest irritation or disturbance.

Illustration for Negative Contexts
He found it impossible to focus with the incessant construction noise.
Word comparison image

Compare with

CeaseContinuousEndlessEternalInterruptPerpetualPersistentRelentlessUnending
Visual representation of the word "Incessant"

Never forget "Incessant"

Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!

App Store IconGoogle Play Store IconMicrosoft Store IconHuawei Store Icon
Left
Right,
Left
Right,
Chrome

WordUp Chrome Extension

As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.

Get Chrome Extension