C2 noun ニュートラル

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.

例文

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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.

語族

名詞
consistency
Verb
consist
副詞
consistently
形容詞
consistent
関連
consistence
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覚え方のコツ

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

クイックテスト

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

正解!

正解は: consistency

例文

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.

語族

名詞
consistency
Verb
consist
副詞
consistently
形容詞
consistent
関連
consistence

よく使う組み合わせ

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

よく使うフレーズ

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

よく混同される語

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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使い方のコツ

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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よくある間違い

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

💡

覚え方のコツ

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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語源

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

文法パターン

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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文化的な背景

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

クイックテスト

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

正解!

正解は: consistency

関連単語

immune

B2

Immune describes the state of being protected from a specific disease, typically through vaccination or prior exposure. It can also figuratively refer to being unaffected by something negative, such as criticism, or being exempt from certain duties or legal consequences.

antibody

B2

A protective protein produced by the immune system in response to the presence of a foreign substance, called an antigen. It identifies and neutralizes threats like bacteria, viruses, and toxins to prevent infection.

vaccine

B2

A substance used to stimulate the production of antibodies and provide immunity against one or several diseases. It is typically prepared from the causative agent of a disease or a synthetic substitute and is administered to prevent future infection.

vaccination

B2

The administration of a vaccine to help the immune system develop protection from a disease. It refers to the physical act or the organized process of immunizing individuals or populations.

immunization

B2

The process by which an individual's immune system becomes protected against a specific disease, typically through the administration of a vaccine. It refers to both the act of giving a vaccine and the resulting state of being immune to an infection.

injection

B2

An injection is the act of putting a liquid, especially a drug, into a person's body using a needle and a syringe. Metaphorically, it refers to the act of introducing something new, such as money or energy, into a system or organization to improve it.

medication

B2

To treat a person or animal with medicine, or to provide a drug to alleviate symptoms and manage health conditions. It describes the professional act of administering healthcare substances or the personal act of self-treating a condition.

prescription

B2

Relating to a medicine or treatment that can only be obtained through a written order from a qualified doctor. It describes items that are legally regulated and require professional authorization rather than being available for direct purchase.

antibiotic

B2

Relating to a substance that is capable of destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms, especially bacteria. It describes medications or properties used to treat infections caused by bacteria rather than viruses.

anesthetic

B2

A substance or drug that induces a reversible loss of sensation or consciousness. It is used in medical procedures to prevent a patient from feeling pain during surgery or other painful treatments.

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