invariably

adverb

in·​vari·​ably (ˌ)in-ˈver-ē-ə-blē 

: on every occasion : always

invariably late

Synonyms of invariably

• always
• constantly
• consistently
• continually
• usually
• often

Examples of invariably in a Sentence

their slacker son invariably gives the same response to the questions about his career plans

Recent Examples on the Web

Insanity defendants are disproportionately low-income, their cases rarely reach a jury, and there’s usually no dispute about the diagnosis, which is almost invariably schizophrenia. — Ian Parker, New Yorker, 14 Sep. 2026

As in The History of New York, the Dutch patriarchs are invariably idle and quiescent. — Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2026

As Wrexham’s two options to lead an attack that invariably features a lone forward playing in front of two No 10s, the duo played an important role last season in helping negotiate the considerable step-up to the Championship. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

To my surprise, the suites feel comfortable, light, and contemporary—despite what the history, memories, and stories the walls invariably contain. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for invariably

• variably

Kids Definition

invariably

adverb

in·​vari·​ably (ˈ)in-ˈver-ē-ə-blē 

-ˈvar-

: on every occasion : always

invariably late