consistently

American

[kuhn-sis-tuhnt-lee] / kənˈsɪs tənt li /

adverb

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.
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.
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

Etymology

Origin of consistently

consistent ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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Real wages for low-wage workers fell consistently from 2003 to 2013.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

But Tehran consistently found a way to sell oil and access the proceeds, eventually dealing almost entirely with China.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Among everything they examined, only one stood out as consistently different between young and old animals.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

The overall trend shows that the target for all four nations has been consistently missed since the Covid pandemic.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

“It’s how my father taught me. If I don’t wind it consistently, it won’t keep time as well. And if I overwind it, the mainspring might break.”

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros

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