Pronunciation

/kənˈsɪst/

Definitions

Noun

Consistency: The state or quality of being uniform or in agreement with a standard or expectation. For example: “The consistency of the frosting was perfect.” Consist (of): To be made up of or include particular elements or components. For example: “This recipe consists of five main ingredients.” Consistent: Adjective describing something that is uniform or follows a logical pattern. For example: “Her behavior was consistent with her principles.”

Verb

To consist: To be composed of or consist in; have as its components. For example: “The team consists of three experienced players.” To remain consistent: To adhere to a principle or rule over time. For example: “It’s important to remain consistent in your workout routine.”

Phrases

• “Be consistent with”: Maintain uniformity or adherence to a particular standard. For example: “Your actions must be consistent with your words.”
• “Maintain consistency”: Keep a level of uniformity or sameness. For example: “She maintains consistency in her work output.”
• “Inconsistent results”:指不一致的结果或行为。

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The recipe calls for a consistency similar to sour cream.”
• Verb: “The book consists of ten chapters, each focusing on a different topic.”
• Adjective: “His opinions were always consistent across different situations.”

Synonyms

• Uniformity
• Coherence
• Homogeneity
• Steadiness
• Reliability

Antonyms

• Inconsistency
• Variability
• Heterogeneity
• Instability
• Irregularity