Definitions for consistent
kənˈsɪs təntcon·sis·tent

Princeton's WordNet(5.00 / 1 vote)Rate this definition:

1. consistentadjective

   (sometimes followed by `with') in agreement or consistent or reliable

   "testimony consistent with the known facts"; "I have decided that the course of conduct which I am following is consistent with my sense of responsibility as president in time of war"- FDR

2. reproducible, consistentadjective

   capable of being reproduced

   "astonishingly reproducible results can be obtained"

3. coherent, consistent, logical, orderedadjective

   marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts

   "a coherent argument"

4. consistent, uniformadjective

   the same throughout in structure or composition

   "bituminous coal is often treated as a consistent and homogeneous product"

Wiktionary(2.33 / 3 votes)Rate this definition:

1. consistentnoun

   Objects or facts that are coexistent, or in agreement with one another.

2. consistentnoun

   In the history of the Eastern Orthodox Church, a kind of penitent who was allowed to assist at prayers, but could not be admitted to receive the holy sacrament.

3. consistentadjective

   of a regularly occurring, dependable nature

4. consistentadjective

   Of a set of statements, such that no contradiction logically follows from them.

Samuel Johnson's Dictionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition:

1. Consistentadjective

   Etymology: consistens, Latin.

   1. Not contradictory; not opposed.

   With reference to such a lord, to serve and to be free, are terms not consistent only, but equivalent. Robert South, Sermons.

   A great part of their politicks others do not think consistent with honour to practise. Joseph Addison, Remarks on Italy.

   On their own axis as the planets run,
   Yet make at once their circle round the sun;
   So two consistent motions act the soul,
   And one regards itself, and one the whole. Alexander Pope, Essays.

   Shew me one that has it in his power
   To act consistent with himself an hour. Alexander Pope, Epist. of Hor.

   The fool consistent, and the false sincere;
   Priests, princes, women, no dissemblers here. Alexander Pope, Epist.

   2. Firm; not fluid.

   The sand, contained within the shell, becoming solid and consistent, at the same time that of the stratum without it did. John Woodward, Natural History, p. v.

Webster Dictionary(3.50 / 2 votes)Rate this definition:

1. Consistentadjective

   possessing firmness or fixedness; firm; hard; solid

2. Consistentadjective

   having agreement with itself or with something else; having harmony among its parts; possesing unity; accordant; harmonious; congruous; compatible; uniform; not contradictory

3. Consistentadjective

   living or acting in conformity with one's belief or professions

4. Etymology: [L. consistens, p. pr.: cf. F. consistant.]

Editors Contribution(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition:

1. consistent

   Act and perform in a logical, just, fair and accurate manner in compliance with the universes truth in every moment.

   They are consistent in how they speak to each of their children and are respected for it.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on January 29, 2015  

British National Corpus

1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'consistent' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #3182

2. Written Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'consistent' in Written Corpus Frequency: #4087

3. Adjectives Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'consistent' in Adjectives Frequency: #428

How to pronounce consistent?

1. Alex

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   David

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   Mark

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   Daniel

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   Libby

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   Mia

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   Karen

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   Hayley

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   Natasha

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   Veena

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   Priya

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   Neerja

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   Zira

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   Oliver

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   Wendy

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   Fred

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   Tessa

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How to say consistent in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of consistent in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of consistent in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

Examples of consistent in a Sentence

1. Jen Psaki:

   While the White House does not intervene in criminal investigations, the issuing of subpoenas for the records of reporters in leak investigations is not consistent with the President’s policy direction to the Department, and the Department of Justice has reconfirmed it will not be used moving forward.

2. Susan Love:

   It's hard to predict where spreads will be in two or three months' time and I think issuers in the US and Canada will be looking to other markets or other types of issuance, i think for EDC, we will try to stay consistent with our past practices but will also look at tapping other markets if there's demand. I do think it's a possibility we would look at issuing in other currencies.

3. Scott Long:

   There is consistent pattern of invading private life. Arresting people in their apartment, breaking down their doors, looking for evidence of 'deviance', what underwear you wear, looking for condoms in the drawers, this is a strong message by the state power to pervade private life.

4. Coverage Bush:

   He has not displayed a respect for the Constitution. And, he is not a consistent conservative. These are all reasons why I can not support his candidacy.

5. Merrick Garland:

   Consistent with our commitment to the rule of law, we must ensure that full weight is accorded to separation-of-powers concerns moving forward.

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