consistently

[kuhn-sis-tuhnt-lee]

adverb

1. with no or very few exceptions; typically; usually.

   We hope the new system will lead to teachers and administrators who are consistently well-prepared and well-supported, and who will continue to grow throughout their careers.

2. regularly or frequently.

   The museum consistently ranks as one of the top 10 children's museums in the country.

   As a premier chamber music ensemble, they consistently perform to sold-out houses around the world.

3. in a way that adheres to the same principles, course, form, etc..

   Similarly situated employees must be treated consistently under all company policies.

Other Word Forms

• quasi-consistently adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of consistently¹

consistent ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

Congress consistently refused to appropriate adequate funds or purchase private collections that came up for sale.

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"There has to be a way of getting this right, rather than consistently getting it wrong and cards being rescinded. No wonder you are going to get very angry fans voicing their opinions," says Care.

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Kennedy consistently has cited statistics pointing to years of increased autism prevalence, as reflected in ever larger diagnoses, suggesting they point to an “epidemic” of autism and blaming childhood vaccines as a likely factor.

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"Given the times we live in, fiscal sustainability is paramount... it is vital that the public can see we are consistently working towards it," Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama told a press briefing.

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Participants who consistently consumed a Western or inflammatory diet were more likely to develop chronic constipation, while those who followed a low-carb diet did not show a strong effect on constipation risk.

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Related Words

• always 
• constantly 
• frequently 
• normally 
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• regularly 
• routinely 
• steadily 
• typically