adverb
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consistently
kuhn-SIHS-tuhnt-lee
Consistently (adverb) means In a way that stays the same each time; reliably. Example: “She consistently scores well in maths because she practises every evening.”
adverb
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In a way that stays the same each time; reliably.
"She consistently scores well in maths because she practises every evening."
"He consistently arrives ten minutes early."
"The product has consistently outperformed its rivals."
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more consistently
- Superlative
- most consistently
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Rhymes for consistently
gently
recently
fluently
urgently
silently
intently
patently
decently
currently
fervently
patiently
evidently
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Frequently asked questions
What does “consistently” mean?
The word “consistently” means in a way that stays the same each time; reliably.
How do you pronounce “consistently”?
“Consistently” is pronounced kuhn-SIHS-tuhnt-lee (/kənˈsɪstəntli/ in IPA).
How do you use “consistently” in a sentence?
Here is “consistently” used in a sentence: “He consistently arrives ten minutes early.”
What part of speech is “consistently”?
“Consistently” is an adverb.
Is “consistently” a common word?
“Consistently” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between 'consistently' and 'constantly'?
'Consistently' means in a way that stays the same or reliable each time, while 'constantly' means happening all the time without stopping. A player who scores consistently does so reliably game after game; one who talks constantly never stops.
What is the difference between 'consistently' and 'continuously'?
'Consistently' describes something reliable and unchanging in quality or pattern, while 'continuously' describes something that goes on without a break in time. Results can be good consistently without anything happening continuously.
Where does 'consistently' go in a sentence?
'Consistently' usually sits before the verb or adjective it modifies, as in 'she consistently arrives early' or 'consistently high standards.' It can also follow the verb 'to be,' as in 'the results were consistently good.'
Is 'consistently' a positive word?
It is usually neutral to positive, suggesting reliability and steadiness, as in 'consistently excellent.' It can, however, describe an unwanted pattern too, as in 'consistently late.'
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