Definitions

inconsistent

[in-kuhn-sis-tuhnt] / ˌɪn kənˈsɪs tənt /

ADJECTIVE

contradictory, irregular

Synonyms

STRONGEST

conflicting contrary erratic illogical incompatible irreconcilable uncertain unpredictable

WEAK

at odds at variance capricious changeable discordant discrepant dissonant fickle in conflict incoherent incongruent incongruous inconstant lubricious mercurial out of step temperamental unstable variable warring

Antonyms

STRONGEST

certain definite harmonious predictable sure unchanging

WEAK

consistent consonant regular steady

Example Sentences

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Washington is wildly inconsistent and sometimes disappears when facing teams it should beat.

From Los Angeles Times

Families that once celebrated escaping their cable bill now face compounding monthly charges just for access to overlapping subscriptions and inconsistent libraries.

From The Wall Street Journal

Previous findings have often been inconsistent, and few studies have followed such a large group across an entire decade.

From Science Daily

The brand’s identity has been diluted by inconsistent design and expansion into non-core categories, such as shoes and professional attire, he added.

From Barron's

The EPA identified violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act, such as unprotected openings and inconsistent storage system cleaning, during a July 2024 inspection, according to a news release.

From Los Angeles Times

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