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The score was inconsistent from game to game.
What does Inconsistent mean?
Not steady or not matching each time.
Dictionary definition
Not staying the same in quality, behavior, or ideas.
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Her sleep schedule became inconsistent during the busy week.
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Inconsistent evidence can make an argument harder to trust.
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What does inconsistent mean?
Inconsistent means not steady or not matching each time.
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Inconsistent
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WordInconsistent.
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MeaningInconsistent means Not steady or not matching each time.
ExampleExample: The score was inconsistent from game to game.
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- Syllables
- in · kun · sis · tent
- Strongest beat
- sis
- Ending
- tent
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on sis.
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Synonyms
Words like Inconsistent
unevenUse when quality or behavior changes.
unsteadyUse when something does not stay the same.
Antonyms
Opposite words
consistentUse when something stays the same.
steadyUse when something is reliable or even.
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inconsistent
adjective
inconsistent
Not staying the same or not matching each time.
noun
inconsistency
A lack of steadiness or agreement.
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