C2 noun Neutre

consistent

/kənˈsɪs.tən.si/

The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary over time, or the state of being coherent and not contradictory in logical or behavioral terms. Physically, it refers to the degree of thickness, firmness, or viscosity found in a substance.

Exemples

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1

The consistency of the batter should be similar to that of thick pancake mix.

The physical texture and thickness of the mixture should resemble pancake batter.

2

The legal team noted a lack of consistency between the witness's initial statement and her testimony today.

The lawyers pointed out that the witness's two accounts did not match each other logically.

3

I'm not looking for perfection in my workouts, just a bit of consistency.

I don't need my exercises to be perfect, I just need to do them regularly over time.

Famille de mots

Nom
consistency
Verb
consist
Adverbe
consistently
Adjectif
consistent
Apparenté
consistence
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Astuce mémo

Look at the 'sys' in consistency—think of a 'system'. A good system needs 'consistency' to work the same way every time.

Quiz rapide

The ______ of the player's performance throughout the season made him a top candidate for the MVP award.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : consistency

Exemples

1

The consistency of the batter should be similar to that of thick pancake mix.

everyday

The physical texture and thickness of the mixture should resemble pancake batter.

2

The legal team noted a lack of consistency between the witness's initial statement and her testimony today.

formal

The lawyers pointed out that the witness's two accounts did not match each other logically.

3

I'm not looking for perfection in my workouts, just a bit of consistency.

informal

I don't need my exercises to be perfect, I just need to do them regularly over time.

4

Internal consistency is a crucial metric for evaluating the reliability of psychometric testing instruments.

academic

The degree to which different parts of a test produce similar results is vital for scientific reliability.

5

Brand consistency across all marketing channels helps to build long-term consumer trust.

business

Keeping the brand image the same everywhere ensures that customers recognize and trust the company.

Famille de mots

Nom
consistency
Verb
consist
Adverbe
consistently
Adjectif
consistent
Apparenté
consistence

Collocations courantes

internal consistency the logical harmony within a single system or test
lack of consistency the absence of regular patterns or logical agreement
achieve consistency to reach a state of steady and reliable performance
maintain consistency to keep something uniform or steady over time
thick consistency a physical state that is dense or heavy in texture

Phrases Courantes

consistency is key

regularity and steadiness are the most important factors for success

foolish consistency

a refusal to change one's mind even when logic dictates otherwise (alluding to Emerson)

of a certain consistency

having a specific physical texture or thickness

Souvent confondu avec

consistent vs constancy

Constancy usually refers to steadfastness in character or affection (loyalty), while consistency refers to uniformity in behavior or physical density.

consistent vs consistence

Consistence is a rarer variant of consistency, occasionally used in technical literature to specifically denote physical thickness.

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Notes d'usage

At the C2 level, distinguish between physical consistency (texture) and abstract consistency (logical or behavioral uniformity). In academic writing, 'internal consistency' is a specific term used for data reliability.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use the adjective 'consistent' where the noun 'consistency' is needed, particularly after 'a lack of' or 'with'.

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Astuce mémo

Look at the 'sys' in consistency—think of a 'system'. A good system needs 'consistency' to work the same way every time.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Latin 'consistentia', from 'consistere', meaning 'to stand together' or 'to stand firm'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Usually an uncountable noun when referring to qualities or logic. Can be used as a countable noun ('consistencies') when referring to multiple physical textures. Often followed by the preposition 'of' (e.g., consistency of the results).
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Contexte culturel

In Western business and self-help culture, 'consistency' is highly valued as a prerequisite for professional success and habit formation.

Quiz rapide

The ______ of the player's performance throughout the season made him a top candidate for the MVP award.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : consistency

Mots lis

brawl

B2

A noisy, rough, and uncontrolled fight that usually involves several people in a public place. It can refer to the physical struggle itself or the act of participating in such a fight.

brawn

B2

Brawn refers to physical strength and muscular power, especially when contrasted with intelligence or mental ability. It describes the capacity for heavy physical labor and force rather than intellectual or strategic skill.

bray

B2

To bray refers to the loud, harsh, and jarring cry specifically made by a donkey. In a figurative sense, it describes a person speaking or laughing in a similarly loud, unpleasant, or raucous manner.

brazenly

B2

To perform an action in a bold and shameless way, without any attempt to hide it. It usually describes behavior that ignores social norms, rules, or the feelings of others in a defiant manner.

brazenness

B2

The quality of being bold and without shame, often in a way that is considered disrespectful, shocking, or socially unacceptable. It describes a person's behavior when they act improperly or commit a mistake but refuse to show any embarrassment or regret.

brazil

B2

Relating to or originating from the country of Brazil, typically used as an attributive noun in established terms or to describe geopolitical and commercial relationships. While 'Brazilian' is the primary adjective, 'Brazil' functions adjectivally in specific compound phrases like 'Brazil nut'.

bread

B2

A primary food staple made from flour or meal that is moistened, kneaded, and baked. In a broader sociopolitical or academic context, it often symbolizes basic sustenance, livelihood, or the fundamental requirements for human survival.

breadboard

B2

To construct a temporary electronic circuit on a solderless board for testing or prototyping purposes. It involves plugging components into a grid to verify a design's functionality before creating a permanent version.

breadcrumb

B2

In a digital or metaphorical context, this describes a type of secondary navigation or a series of clues that allow a person to track their path or progress. It is most commonly used to describe interface elements that show a user's location within a website hierarchy.

breadfruit

B2

Relating to or consisting of the starchy, tropical fruit of the Artocarpus altilis tree, which has a texture similar to bread when cooked. It describes items, flavors, or products derived from this specific fruit or the tree it grows on.

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