B2adjective 2K

Consistent

🇬🇧 UK /["/kənˈsɪstənt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kənˈsɪstənt/"]/

Meaning of Consistent

always behaving in the same way, or having the same opinions, standards, etc.

In simple words: Always happening in the same way or showing the same quality.

Consistent in a sentence

• Her performance has been consistent throughout the year, earning her the top spot in the competition.
• To be successful, it's essential to have a consistent approach to your studies.
• The weather has been consistent lately, with temperatures remaining stable.
• He has shown a consistent ability to tackle difficult problems.
• Maintaining a consistent schedule can greatly improve productivity.
• Her consistent dedication to the project impressed everyone on the team.

How to use Consistent

Use 'consistent' when you want to describe something that does not change or varies little over time. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid it in overly emotional or subjective discussions where 'reliable' might feel more fitting.

Grammar pattern

be + consistent

Memory hint

Think of 'con' as in 'with' and 'sistent' like 'assist' – always with support.

Related words

Collocations with Consistent

• be
• become
• remain
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• be
• become
• remain
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• appear
• be
• seem
• completely
• entirely
• fully
• across
• among
• between
• appear
• be
• seem
• completely
• entirely
• fully
• across
• among
• between

Synonyms for Consistent

• steady
• reliable
• uniform
• constant
• unvarying

Opposites of Consistent

• inconsistent
• variable
• erratic

Common mistakes with Consistent

• Confusing 'consistent' with 'consistent with' when discussing compatibility.
• Using 'consistency' incorrectly as a synonym for 'consistent'.
• Erroneously applying the word to describe one-time events.

Frequently asked questions about Consistent

What does Consistent mean?

Always happening in the same way or showing the same quality.

What is the definition of Consistent?

always behaving in the same way, or having the same opinions, standards, etc.

How do you use Consistent in a sentence?

Her performance has been consistent throughout the year, earning her the top spot in the competition.

Can you give another example of Consistent?

To be successful, it's essential to have a consistent approach to your studies.

What are synonyms for Consistent?

Common alternatives include steady, reliable, uniform, constant, unvarying.

What is the opposite of Consistent?

Opposite meanings include inconsistent, variable, erratic.

What words go with Consistent?

It commonly pairs with be, become, remain, extremely, fairly, very, be, become, remain, extremely, fairly, very, appear, be, seem, completely, entirely, fully, across, among, between, appear, be, seem, completely, entirely, fully, across, among, between.

What are common mistakes when using Consistent?

Confusing 'consistent' with 'consistent with' when discussing compatibility. Using 'consistency' incorrectly as a synonym for 'consistent'. Erroneously applying the word to describe one-time events.

How do you pronounce Consistent?

US: /["/kənˈsɪstənt/"]/, UK: /["/kənˈsɪstənt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Consistent?

Use 'consistent' when you want to describe something that does not change or varies little over time. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid it in overly emotional or subjective discussions where 'reliable' might feel more fitting.

What CEFR level is Consistent?

"Consistent" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.