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consistently

/kənˈsɪs.tənt.li/
con · sis · tent · ly
Adjective:consistent
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consistently Lexical Profile

consistently Game Scores & Validity

• adverb

1

In every case or on every occasion; invariable and without changing in quality, behavior, or pattern over time.

Example

"The student consistently scored in the top percentile on every mathematics examination throughout the semester."

2

In a way that is compatible, harmonious, or in logical agreement with known facts, principles, or prior statements.

Example

"To be valid, the new regulations must be applied consistently with existing constitutional law."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective "consistent" plus the adverbial suffix "-ly"; "consistent" derives from Latin "consistens," the present participle of "consistere" (meaning "to stand firm" or "to agree"), from "com-" (together) and "sistere" (to stand).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Consistently. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/consistently
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