CEFR B2

inconsistent

adjective

Meaning

Not staying the same in quality, behavior, or opinion; not in agreement with something else.

Examples

His performance has been inconsistent this season, with brilliant games followed by poor ones.
The witness's statements were inconsistent with the evidence found at the crime scene.

Synonyms: variable, erratic, unreliable, capricious

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inconsistent (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənt/

Definition

Not staying the same in quality, behavior, or opinion; not in agreement with something else.

Examples

His performance has been inconsistent this season, with brilliant games followed by poor ones.
The witness's statements were inconsistent with the evidence found at the crime scene.
She was criticized for her inconsistent policies, which often changed without clear reasons.

How to Use inconsistent

inconsistent with (prepositional phrase): Not in agreement or harmony with something. — "The new data is inconsistent with previous findings."
inconsistent in (prepositional phrase): Lacking regularity or uniformity in a particular area. — "He is inconsistent in his attendance at meetings."

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