invariably

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English

Etymology

invariable +‎ -ly

Pronunciation

  • Lua error in Module:parameters at line 290: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "GA" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /ɪnˈvɛɹ.i.ə.bli/
  • Lua error in Module:parameters at line 290: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "RP" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /ɪnˈvɛə.ɹi.ə.bli/
  • Hyphenation: in‧va‧ri‧ably
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Adverb

invariably (comparative more invariably, superlative most invariably)

  1. Every time; always, without change.
    He is invariably late for meetings.
    • Template:RQ:Chmbrs YngrSt
      “A tight little craft,” was Austin’s invariable comment on the matron; []. ¶ Near her wandered her husband, orientally bland, invariably affable, and from time to time squinting sideways, as usual, in the ever-renewed expectation that he might catch a glimpse of his stiff, retroussé moustache.

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