invariably

adverb

in·​vari·​ably (ˌ)in-ˈver-ē-ə-blē How to pronounce invariably (audio)
: on every occasion : always
invariably late

Examples of invariably in a Sentence

their slacker son invariably gives the same response to the questions about his career plans
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Everyone speaks in the highest terms of Dr. Wallace and the other officers of the Asylum, as invariably kind and humane towards these unfortunates. Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 4 July 2025 The move presents the company as being ahead of the AI curve and invariably grabs the attention of people who matter. Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 3 July 2025 The systems’ owners invariably assert fair use as a defense. Dale Nelson, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025 Lloyd’s casting of Olivas as Perón — in reality 23 years Eva’s senior and invariably played by an older actor — seems perplexing. Demetrios Matheou, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for invariably

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of invariably was in 1646

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“Invariably.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/invariably. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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invariably

adverb
in·​vari·​ably (ˈ)in-ˈver-ē-ə-blē How to pronounce invariably (audio)
-ˈvar-
: on every occasion : always
invariably late

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