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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"But I also don't believe that is inconsistent with standing up for one of the most stigmatised minorities in the country, and that is trans people."

From BBC

And the latest dietary guidelines are, in some ways, inconsistent and unclear.

From MarketWatch

AI search standards are inconsistent, with models updating every 17 days on average, making visibility difficult to predict and measure for companies.

From The Wall Street Journal

Victims’ lawyers have criticized sloppy and inconsistent redactions in the released files, and some federal lawmakers have openly questioned whether all pertinent evidence has been disclosed.

From Salon

A Justice Department official said leadership officials were obligated to intervene when bureaucrats make moves inconsistent with the agency’s enforcement policies.

From The Wall Street Journal

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