inconsistency
Americannoun
plural
inconsistencies-
the quality or condition of being inconsistent.
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an inconsistent thing, action, remark, etc.
noun
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lack of consistency or agreement; incompatibility
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an inconsistent feature or quality
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logic
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the property of being inconsistent
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a self-contradictory proposition
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Etymology
Origin of inconsistency
First recorded in 1640–50; in- 3 + consistency
Example Sentences
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His comments highlight that Maresca, who only three weeks ago saw his team labelled as title contenders, thinks inconsistency is to be expected with such a young squad.
From BBC
Despite a general inconsistency across the league this season, few expect United to do better than scrape into a Champions League spot, which would be a year ahead of schedule.
From BBC
An attorney she later hired found inconsistencies in the investigation into his death.
From BBC
This inconsistency leaves many cases undetected until later stages.
From Science Daily
They now sit 12th in the Premier League table, having won just one away league game since mid-April, and Howe cut a frustrated figure as he assessed his team's inconsistency a few days on.
From BBC
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