folgerichtig
Translation
logical, consistent, consequent
Examples
Das war eine folgerichtige Entscheidung.
That was a logical decision.
Er hat folgerichtig gehandelt.
He acted consistently.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective)) a logical ... That is a logical conclusion.
((as an adverb)) logically He argued logically.
Similar Words
Synonyms: logisch, konsequent, schlüssig; Antonyms: unlogisch, inkonsequent
Etymology
Composed of 'Folge' (consequence, sequence) and 'richtig' (correct, right). Literally means 'consequence-right'.
Memory Tips
Think of an action that is 'richtig' (correct) because it logically follows the 'Folge' (sequence) of events.