consistency
noun
con·sis·ten·cy
kən-ˈsi-stən(t)-sē 
plural consistencies
1
a
: agreement or harmony of parts or features to one another or a whole : correspondence
The furnishings and decorations in all the rooms reflect a consistency of style.
specifically
: ability to be asserted together without contradiction
b
: harmony of conduct or practice with profession
followed her own advice with consistency
2
: degree of firmness, density, viscosity, or resistance to movement or separation of constituent particles
Boil the juice to the consistency of a thick syrup.
3
a
: firmness of constitution or character : persistency
… the rigid consistency with which he had adhered to its principles …—
Nathaniel Hawthorne
Nathaniel Hawthorne
b
archaic
: condition of adhering together : firmness of material substance
Examples of consistency in a Sentence
His statements on this subject have lacked consistency.
Customers expect consistency in the quality of service they receive.
Practice will ensure greater consistency of performance.
The paints vary in consistency.
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The key is consistency — put things back in their zone, and the space stays organized on its own.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
For Warsh, credibility comes from adaptability rather than consistency – a stance that could call into question practices such as the dot plot.
—Paul Wachtel, The Conversation, 31 Mar. 2026
Sumrall said his current players have made strides, but need to pick up the pace and improve their consistency before entering the offseason.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
Rounding out the list of honorees in this initial announcement, Julieta Venegas will receive the Artistic Excellence award, recognizing an artist whose work is defined by exceptional craftsmanship, consistency, and a distinct creative identity.
—Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 30 Mar. 2026
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
For Warsh, credibility comes from adaptability rather than consistency – a stance that could call into question practices such as the dot plot.
—Paul Wachtel, The Conversation, 31 Mar. 2026
Sumrall said his current players have made strides, but need to pick up the pace and improve their consistency before entering the offseason.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
Rounding out the list of honorees in this initial announcement, Julieta Venegas will receive the Artistic Excellence award, recognizing an artist whose work is defined by exceptional craftsmanship, consistency, and a distinct creative identity.
—Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 30 Mar. 2026
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“Consistency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/consistency. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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consistency
noun
con·sis·ten·cy
kən-ˈsis-tən-sē
plural consistencies
1
: the degree of thickness, firmness, or stickiness
dough of the right consistency
2
: agreement or harmony between parts or elements
3
: a sticking with one way of thinking or acting
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