adjective

inconsistent

inconsistent, contradictory, erratic

His statements were inconsistent with the facts.

His statements were inconsistent with the facts.

The quality of the product is inconsistent.

The quality of the product is inconsistent.

((sth.)) is inconsistent with ((sth.)) to not match or agree with something else His statements were inconsistent with the facts.

((sb./sth.)) is inconsistent not staying the same in quality or behavior The quality of the product is inconsistent.

Synonyms: contradictory, erratic; Antonyms: consistent, steady

From Latin 'in-' (not) + 'con-' (together) + 'sistere' (to stand). Literally 'not standing together'.

Imagine two puzzle pieces that don't fit together; they are inconsistent.

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