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consistency [ con·sis·ten·cy ]

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kənˈsɪstənsi ]
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kənˈsɪstənsi ]
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Noun (consistencies)

1. Consistent behaviour or treatment.

Dictators, after all, aren't known for their moral consistency or steady behavior.

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2. The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary greatly in quality over time.

we know we have the ability at the club—what we need is consistency

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3. The way in which a substance holds together; thickness or viscosity.

Add enough water to achieve the desired consistency and blend until smooth.

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Origin

1. Late 16th century (denoting permanence of form): from late Latin consistentia, from consistent- ‘standing firm’ (see consistent).

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