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inconsistent

[ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənt]

inconsistent Definition

  • 1not staying the same throughout
  • 2not in agreement with something else
  • 3behaving in a way that is not predictable or not regular

Using inconsistent: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "inconsistent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Her work is inconsistent, sometimes it's great and other times it's terrible.

  • Example

    The witness gave an inconsistent account of what happened.

  • Example

    The team's performance has been inconsistent this season.

  • Example

    His behavior was inconsistent with his usual calm demeanor.

inconsistent Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using inconsistent

  • an inconsistent history of success or achievement

    Example

    The company has a patchy track record when it comes to meeting its targets.

  • up and down

    fluctuating between good and bad

    Example

    The team's performance has been up and down this season.

  • hit and miss

    sometimes successful and sometimes not

    Example

    The restaurant's food is hit and miss; sometimes it's great, other times it's not.

Phrases with inconsistent

  • not in agreement with something else

    Example

    His actions were inconsistent with his words.

  • performance that varies in quality or level

    Example

    The athlete's inconsistent performance cost him the championship.

  • behavior that is not predictable or not regular

    Example

    Her inconsistent behavior made it difficult to trust her.

Origins of inconsistent

from Latin 'in-', meaning 'not', and 'consistentem', meaning 'consistent'

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Summary: inconsistent in Brief

The term 'inconsistent' [ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənt] refers to something that is not uniform or steady, or that does not agree with something else. It can describe behavior, performance, or work quality, as in 'Her work is inconsistent, sometimes it's great and other times it's terrible.' 'Inconsistent' also appears in idioms like 'up and down,' which means fluctuating between good and bad, and 'hit and miss,' which means sometimes successful and sometimes not.