A2 verb Neutral #600 most common

consistency

/kənˈsɪstənsi/

Consistency is the quality of always acting or behaving in the same way. it also describes how thick or smooth a liquid or substance is.

Examples

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1

His consistency in practicing every day helped him learn the guitar quickly.

His consistency in practicing every day helped him learn the guitar quickly.

2

The court requires consistency in the witness statements to prove the case.

The court requires consistency in the witness statements to prove the case.

3

I really like the consistency of this pudding; it's very creamy.

I really like the consistency of this pudding; it's very creamy.

Word Family

Noun
consistency
Verb
consist
Adverb
consistently
Adjective
consistent
Related
consistence
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Memory Tip

Think of the word 'Constant'. Consistency is the noun form of being constant in what you do.

Quick Quiz

To lose weight, ______ in your diet and exercise is more important than one hard workout.

Correct!

The correct answer is: consistency

Examples

1

His consistency in practicing every day helped him learn the guitar quickly.

everyday

His consistency in practicing every day helped him learn the guitar quickly.

2

The court requires consistency in the witness statements to prove the case.

formal

The court requires consistency in the witness statements to prove the case.

3

I really like the consistency of this pudding; it's very creamy.

informal

I really like the consistency of this pudding; it's very creamy.

4

Academic researchers must maintain consistency in their data collection methods.

academic

Academic researchers must maintain consistency in their data collection methods.

5

We need consistency in our branding so customers recognize us everywhere.

business

We need consistency in our branding so customers recognize us everywhere.

Word Family

Noun
consistency
Verb
consist
Adverb
consistently
Adjective
consistent
Related
consistence

Common Collocations

lack of consistency lack of consistency
maintain consistency maintain consistency
thick consistency thick consistency
internal consistency internal consistency
consistency in performance consistency in performance

Common Phrases

Consistency is key

Consistency is key

Lack of consistency

Lack of consistency

Check for consistency

Check for consistency

Often Confused With

consistency vs constancy

Constancy usually refers to loyalty or being faithful, while consistency refers to regularity or texture.

consistency vs continuity

Continuity refers to something continuing without stopping, while consistency refers to it staying the same.

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Usage Notes

Use 'consistency' when talking about someone's habits or the physical feeling of a liquid. It is a noun that implies reliability.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often use the adjective 'consistent' when they need the noun 'consistency'. Do not say 'He has a lot of consistent'; say 'He has a lot of consistency'.

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Memory Tip

Think of the word 'Constant'. Consistency is the noun form of being constant in what you do.

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Word Origin

From the Latin word 'consistentia', meaning 'standing together' or 'firmness'.

Grammar Patterns

Uncountable noun (usually) Can be followed by the preposition 'of' or 'in' Plural form 'consistencies' is rare and refers to different types of textures
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Cultural Context

In Western self-improvement culture, 'consistency' is highly valued as the main secret to success in fitness and business.

Quick Quiz

To lose weight, ______ in your diet and exercise is more important than one hard workout.

Correct!

The correct answer is: consistency

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