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consistent
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con·sis·tent (kən sis′tənt)
adjective
- Rare holding together; firm; solid consistent soil
- in agreement or harmony; in accord; compatible deeds not consistent with his words
- holding always to the same principles or practice consistent behavior
Etymology: L consistens, prp. of consistere: see consist
Related Forms:
- consistently con·sis′·tently adverb
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