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consistency

noun C1
/kənˈsɪs.tən.si/

Meanings

noun

the quality of being steady and reliable over time

consistency: the quality of being steady and reliable over time
noun

the state of being in agreement and not contradicting; coherence

consistency: the state of being in agreement and not contradicting; coherence
noun

the thickness or smoothness of a substance, especially food or liquid

consistency: the thickness or smoothness of a substance, especially food or liquid

Definition

Consistency is the quality of being steady and reliable over time in behavior, results, or standards.

Consistency means doing something in the same dependable way over time, so the results are stable and predictable. It can describe regular behavior, uniform quality, or agreement between ideas and actions. In writing and design, it also refers to keeping the same style, format, or rules throughout.

Examples

  • I rely on her consistency because she delivers high-quality work even under tight deadlines.
  • You can see the consistency in their customer support: every reply is prompt, clear, and respectful.
  • He questioned the consistency of the argument when the conclusion didn’t follow from the evidence presented.
  • She adjusted the consistency of the soup by simmering it longer until it became thicker and smoother.

Common mistake

Learners often confuse consistency with persistence: consistency is about steadiness and uniformity, not just continuing despite difficulty.

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