C2 noun 중립

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.

예시

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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.

어휘 가족

명사
consistency
Verb
consist
부사
consistently
형용사
consistent
관련
consistence
💡

암기 팁

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

빠른 퀴즈

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

정답!

정답은: consistency

예시

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.

어휘 가족

명사
consistency
Verb
consist
부사
consistently
형용사
consistent
관련
consistence

자주 쓰는 조합

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

자주 쓰는 구문

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

자주 혼동되는 단어

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.

📝

사용 참고사항

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.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

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

💡

암기 팁

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

📖

어원

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

문법 패턴

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).
🌍

문화적 맥락

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

빠른 퀴즈

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

정답!

정답은: consistency

관련 단어

toxin

B2

A toxin is a poisonous substance produced within living cells or organisms, such as bacteria, plants, or animals. It is capable of causing disease or health issues when it enters body tissues through ingestion, inhalation, or absorption.

pesticide

B2

A chemical substance used to kill or control pests that are harmful to crops, livestock, or humans. It is an umbrella term that includes insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides used widely in agriculture and gardening.

fertilizer

B2

A chemical or natural substance added to soil or land to increase its fertility and provide essential nutrients for plant growth. It is primarily used in gardening and agriculture to help crops develop faster and produce higher yields.

irrigation

B2

To supply land or crops with water through man-made systems such as pipes, ditches, or sprinklers. It is an essential agricultural process used to assist in the growth of plants, especially in areas with low rainfall.

flood

B2

Describing something relating to a large amount of water covering an area that is usually dry, or metaphorically, being overwhelmed by an excessive quantity of something. In common usage, the form 'flooded' is typically used as the adjective to describe this state.

erosion

B2

Erosion is the process by which the surface of the earth is worn away by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice. In a figurative sense, it refers to the gradual destruction or reduction of something abstract, such as power, rights, or confidence.

desertification

B2

The process by which fertile land becomes desert, typically as a result of drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture. It represents a significant environmental challenge where land loses its biological productivity and ability to support human life.

afforestation

B2

Afforestation is the process of establishing a forest on land that has not recently been covered by trees. It involves planting seeds or saplings to create new wooded areas, often to improve the environment or for commercial timber.

endangered

B2

To put someone or something at risk or in a situation where they could be harmed, damaged, or destroyed. In environmental contexts, it specifically refers to species that are at high risk of becoming extinct in the near future.

extinction

B2

Extinction is the state or process of a species, family, or larger group being or becoming extinct, meaning it no longer has any living members. It can also refer to the act of making something, such as a fire, a feeling, or a practice, cease to exist.

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