[Vocabulary] usage of invariable

[gurpreetgill4u]

---

Hello,

I would like to know how 'invariable" is incorrect or unnatural in " thank you for your invariable support."

If "invariable" is synonymous with "constant" then how could it be incorrect. Though I know it is incorrect, as an experienced teacher pointed it out, but I want to know how.


Thank you for your invaluable time.

---

 

[emsr2d2]

"Invariable" means it never changes. That doesn't work with "support". Our support changes depending on the context of the original post. You could say "Thank you for your constant/regular support".

 

[Matthew Wai]

I think 'your unfailing support/help' is also OK.

 

[tedmc]

Also, "unstinting support".

 

[Skrej]

I suppose you could also use 'inevitable support', although that of course has a different meaning from the other suggestions offered.

 

[Matthew Wai]

Does 'invariable' work in 'You give us a subsidy of $1000 each month. Thank you for your invariable support', where the support doesn't change?

I just found 'unswerving support' at http://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/unswerving?q=unswerving

 

[emsr2d2]

"Invariable" is used as a standalone noun in some contexts. I find it less common as an adjective. "Invariably" is commonly used as an adverb in BrE.

He earns £1000 a month but he invariably gives half of it to charity.