consistent
gb/kənsˈɪstənt/ us/kənsˈɪstənt/
B1
English
~ 2700
következetes, egyenletes, kiegyensúlyozott, összhangban van, ellentmondásmentes, homogén, egyenletes állagú
B1
1
Usage pattern:
[someone/something] is consistent [in/with something]
Her work has been consistent throughout the year.
Munkája egész évben egyenletes színvonalú volt.
The team's performance is consistent with last season's results.
A csapat teljesítménye összességében ugyanazt a szintet hozza, mint az előző szezonban.
He is consistent in meeting his deadlines.
A consistent approach to training will improve your skills.
Learner examples
She is consistent in her work.
Következetes a munkájában.
My teacher is consistent with her rules.
A tanárom következetesen betartatja a szabályait.
He always gives consistent answers.
The shop gives consistent service.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'consistent' with 'constant'. 'Constant' means happening all the time without stopping, while 'consistent' means behaving in the same way or producing the same results over time.
Meaning
Always the same in behavior or quality
Collocations
consistent approach
|consistent results
|consistent performance
|remain consistent
|be consistent with
Synonyms
steady (Suggests reliability and little change over time.)
|
reliable (Emphasizes dependability and trustworthiness in behavior or results.)
Antonyms
inconsistent (Describes behavior or results that change unpredictably or lack regularity.)
Themes
daily life
|work
|education
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Always doing things in the same way or having the same quality over time.
Acting, happening, or done in the same way over time, especially so as to be fair or accurate.
B2
2
Usage pattern:
[something] is consistent with [something else]
His story is consistent with the evidence.
A története összhangban van a bizonyítékokkal.
The data is consistent with our hypothesis.
Az adatok összhangban vannak a hipotézisünkkel.
These results are not consistent with previous research.
Learner examples
The facts are consistent with her story.
A tények összhangban vannak a történetével.
His words are consistent with his actions.
A szavai összhangban vannak a tetteivel.
This is not consistent with our rules.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'consistent with' meaning 'matching' with 'constantly', which refers to frequency, not agreement.
Meaning
Logically in agreement without contradictions
Collocations
consistent theory
|consistent explanation
|consistent statement
|consistent argument
Synonyms
coherent (Highlights logical connection and clarity.)
|
compatible (Focuses on being able to exist together without conflict.)
Antonyms
contradictory (Containing elements that directly oppose each other.)
Themes
logic
|science
|law
|education
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Having parts that agree with each other and do not go against each other.
Not containing elements that are opposed or contradictory; logically coherent.
B1
TECHNICAL
3
homogén
B2
Stir the sauce until it is smooth and consistent.
Keverd a mártást, amíg sima és egyenletes állagú nem lesz.
The clay should be consistent before shaping.
Az agyagnak formázás előtt homogénnek kell lennie.
We need a consistent mixture for best results.
Learner examples
Mix until the soup is consistent.
Keverd addig, amíg a leves egyenletes állagú nem lesz.
The paint is not consistent yet.
A festék még nem homogén.
This cake batter is very consistent.
Meaning
Uniform in texture or composition
Collocations
consistent mixture
|consistent texture
Synonyms
even (Informal description of uniform texture or distribution.)
Antonyms
lumpy (Containing uneven parts or clumps in texture.)
Themes
cooking
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Having the same feel, look, or make-up everywhere.
Having a uniform texture, density, or composition throughout.
Grammar
Dictionary form
consistent
IPA
GB/kənsˈɪstənt/
US/kənsˈɪstənt/
Syllables & stress
con - sist - ent (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (sist)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: consistent
Word family
Core family
consistency
noun B2
consistently
adverb B2
Negative and opposite forms
Expressions
be consistent with
1/bˈi kənsˈɪstənt wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase
Match or agree with something else
To be the same as something else or not go against it.
Examples
- Your actions should be consistent with your words.
- The witness's account was consistent with the video evidence.
remain consistent
1/ɹɪmˈeɪn kənsˈɪstənt/
fixed phrase
Continue acting in the same way
To keep doing things in the same way over time.
Examples
- If you remain consistent, you will see progress.
- The team has remained consistent throughout the tournament.