Consistency
[kən'sɪst(ə)nsɪ] or [kən'sɪstənsi]
Definition
(noun.) a harmonious uniformity or agreement among things or parts.
(noun.) (logic) an attribute of a logical system that is so constituted that none of the propositions deducible from the axioms contradict one another.
(noun.) the property of holding together and retaining its shape; 'wool has more body than rayon'; 'when the dough has enough consistency it is ready to bake'.
(noun.) logical coherence and accordance with the facts; 'a rambling argument that lacked any consistency'.
Typist: Pierce--From WordNet
Definition
(n.) The condition of standing or adhering together, or being fixed in union, as the parts of a body; existence; firmness; coherence; solidity.
(n.) A degree of firmness, density, or spissitude.
(n.) That which stands together as a united whole; a combination.
(n.) Firmness of constitution or character; substantiality; durability; persistency.
(n.) Agreement or harmony of all parts of a complex thing among themselves, or of the same thing with itself at different times; the harmony of conduct with profession; congruity; correspondence; as, the consistency of laws, regulations, or judicial decisions; consistency of opinions; consistency of conduct or of character.
Inputed by Jesse
Synonyms and Synonymous
n. [1]. Consistence, degree of density.[2]. Uniformity, congruity, compatibility, conformableness, correspondence.
Typed by Edwina
Synonyms and Antonyms
SYN:Consistence, congruity, composition, substance, material, amalgamation,compound, mass, density, solidity, closeness, compactness, coherence,uniformity, harmony, analogy, proportion
ANT:Volatility, vaporousness, subtility, tenuity, sublimation, incoherence,inconsistency, incongruity, disproportion, contrariety, contradiction
Editor: Louise
Examples
- Much depends on the proper consistency of the ink. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- As for Betteredge, consistency of principle and dignity of conduct had become, in his case, mere empty words. Wilkie Collins. The Moonstone.
- Instead of applying the test of human need, they apply a verbal and logical consistency. Walter Lippmann. A Preface to Politics.
- Add sufficient powdered talc to give the mass the necessary consistency. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- Consistency, my dear Mr. Brocklehurst; I advocate consistency in all things. Charlotte Bronte. Jane Eyre.
- Hutton felt confirmed in his view that in nature there is wisdom, system, and consistency. Walter Libby. An Introduction to the History of Science.
- He is just in that mood when you cannot depend on his consistency for two consecutive hours. Charlotte Bronte. Shirley.
- His gorgeousness was not unmixed with dirt; and both in complexion and consistency he had suffered from the closeness of his pantry. Charles Dickens. Little Dorrit.
- If I have any merit it is consistency. Charles Dickens. David Copperfield.
- Acid sulphuric, a sufficient quantity to decompose the ammonia fluoride and making the mixture of a semi-fluid consistency. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- Mix the flour and whiting thoroughly, and add enough water to bring it to the consistency of ordinary dough. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- By favouring this clandestine escape he preserves a shew of consistency to his followers; but mercy is far from his heart. Mary Shelley. The Last Man.
- For consistency, too, is the growth of time; and some of the greatest creations of the human mind have been wanting in unity. Plato. The Republic.
- She paused again, and Celia thought that her sister was going to renounce the ornaments, as in consistency she ought to do. George Eliot. Middlemarch.
- It means rather consistency of mode of response in reference to the plurality of events which occur. John Dewey. Democracy and Education.
Checker: Lorrie